After speculation the government would cut the numbers of work permits for non-EU nationals, it has decided to leave the figure unchanged for next year.
The Federal Council has seemingly backed down following a backlash from cantons and businesses.
The State Secretariat for Migration points out that not all the quotas are used anyway.
A special quota for UK nationals will also continue, unchanged. The government had considered ending the ring-fenced number.
Geneva shops open this Sunday
It was expected, and now it’s official. Shops in Geneva will be allowed to open exceptionally this Sunday.
Lack of snow ahead of holiday rush
This coming weekend, the last ski resorts are switching to winter mode and bracing for a holiday rush.
Too many children are buying alcohol
In Geneva, authorities are keeping a close eye on alcohol sales to minors.
Found kittens were not domestic
A springtime rescue in the woods near Verbois has a happy, and wild, ending.
Petition to ban 1st class on trains
The youth wing of the Transport and Environment Association is calling for the abolition of first class on trains, describing it as an unnecessary luxury.
Parliament rejects WHO alcohol policy
The Upper House of Parliament, the Council of States has overwhelmingly rejected adopting an alcohol policy based on recommendations from the World Health Organisation.
