We’ll soon be able to text the emergency services.
From summer next year, numbers like 117, 118 and 144 will be reachable via SMS, making it easier to get help quickly.
Authorities say the delay is due to the need for major technical upgrades, including full mobile network digitisation and new equipment for emergency call centres.
The new service will also make it easier for those with hearing impairments to get help.
G7 border closures revealed
More details have been released about security during the G7 meeting in Evian next month.
Too many health checks are counterproductive
Too many health checks can be counter productive - and expensive.
Racial discrimination rises
Racial discrimination is on the rise - and the problems are mainly in schools.
New legal partnership being discussed
Switzerland could soon introduce a legal partnership status for unmarried couples, similar to the French PACS system.
Infomaniak protects itself from takeover
Geneva-based cloud provider Infomaniak has transferred majority control of the company to a public-interest foundation.
Vote to make leaving army harder
In addition to the anti-immigration vote next month - the people are also being asked if it should be harder for those serving in the military to move into civil protection.
