Dropping litter in canton Thurgau is about to get very expensive.
The cantonal government want to do more to tackle the problem and believe the current fine of CHF 50 is just too low.
The minimum fine will be raised to CHF 150, but could go as high as CHF 300 for major offences.
Some councillors questioned if it may be more effective to spend more on educating people about the dangers of littering, especially emptying ashtrays irresponsibly as cigarette butts can poison groundwater.
French/Swiss crime network smashed
A major cross-border criminal network targeting Switzerland has been dismantled following a joint investigation by French and Swiss authorities.
Zurich commuters face transport upheaval
More than 800,000 people rely on Zurich’s public transport every day, and from today, many of them will be navigating unfamiliar routes.
Small relaxation for cross-border school students
The debate over cross-border students in Geneva schools took another turn in the Grand Council.
SSR SRG may return to FM
Switzerland’s transition to DAB radio is hitting some significant hurdles.
Geneva law on right-to-buy faces vote
In Geneva, a long-standing restriction on tenants buying the apartments they live in has been significantly loosened.
Geneva SPA under investigation
Geneva’s Cantonal Service for Consumer and Veterinary Affairs has opened an investigation into the Geneva Society for the Protection of Animals following complaints from former employees.
