Uber says it has transferred CHF 930,000 to pay the most active drivers in Geneva a bonus.
The promise of the payments was part of the agreement the hailing company made with the canton to allow it to keep operating.
The drivers will be paid between CHF 3,000 and CHF 400 depending on how active they’ve been over the last 6 months.
Uber have been forced to make the payments after a Federal Court ruling which determined the drivers are employees and not independent.
Economic outlook uncertain for this year
Switzerland’s economic outlook remains cautious, with the KOF Swiss Economic Institute forecasting growth of around one percent in 2026,although that depends on falling oil prices.
Geneva bans the burkini
Geneva’s parliament has voted to ban the burkini in public swimming pools, ending months of heated debate.
Birthday candles banned in Geneva schools
In response to the fire in Crans Montana, birthday candles have been banned in Geneva’s primary schools.
Transit tax moves closer
Switzerland is moving closer to introducing a transit tax for foreign vehicles crossing the country.
Fake Nyon officer fined
A man in his fifties has been convicted in Vaud after impersonating a police officer in several towns, including Rolle and Nyon.
Heavy traffic this Easter
Heavy traffic is expected across Switzerland over the Easter holiday period, particularly on the A2 Gotthard autoroute and the A13 San Bernardino route from March 27.
