Call to parliament to overturn decision.
Unions representing public transport companies across the country have sent in a petition signed by 6,000 of their members calling on parliament to stop government plans to slash subsidies for the sector.
The government wants to cut federal subsidies by CHF 92m.
Unions want parliament to stop the Federal Council’s plans, saying it will have a massive impact on services and worker conditions.
Hottest summer ever
MétéoSuisse has confirmed that summer 2026 was the hottest ever recorded in Switzerland
Vaud celebrates international music star
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Zurich HB wins another award
Zurich has topped Europe's biggest station ranking for the fifth year in a row
Another controversial vote at end of September
Switzerland is heading for another polarising ballot on 27 September
US tourism from Switzerland slumps
Fewer people in Switzerland want to fly to the United States
Home hunting even more challenging
Finding a home in Switzerland has just become harder still
