Voters have given a solid backing to the government’s Covid laws.
Yesterday 62% backed the current restrictions, including the need for a health pass to enter public spaces.
The support is despite large protests over the last few weeks. Anti-Covid law campaigners called the restrictions discriminatory.
The only political party which backed the rejection of the laws was the Swiss People’s Party. But its head, Marco Chiesa, says they will accept the result.
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.
