The city of Olten has received approval from voters to renovate its lakeside pool for a total of 7.4 million francs. The project aims to update the changing rooms and restaurant by 2026 while preserving features from the original 1930s…
Swiss voters are set to decide on the controversial ‘Expansion Step 2023 for National Roads’, which includes significant upgrades to key highways. While proponents argue for improved safety and efficiency, opponents voice concerns over environmental impacts and costs. Recent polls…
In Rapperswil-Jona, incumbent mayor Martin Stöckling lost the first round of elections to independent candidate Barbara Dillier, who garnered 4,101 votes but fell short of the required majority by about 550 votes. Stöckling, seeking a third term, has faced criticism…
The Swiss canton of Wallis is poised to vote on a new climate law that seeks to achieve climate neutrality by 2040, a decade ahead of the rest of Switzerland. If approved, the legislation would also establish a climate fund…
The residents of Schaffhausen are set to vote on a critical initiative that mandates the disclosure of party donations, a proposal initially approved in 2020 but not yet implemented. The vote presents residents with two options: the original initiative from…
The Swiss Federal Council is open to modernizing the signature collection process by exploring E-Collecting, despite concerns over digital signatures potentially excluding certain voter demographics. A recent report indicates the need for careful evaluation, as 950 signatures were suspected of…
The election of Donald Trump has sparked a heated debate in Switzerland about the nature of political provocation and its implications for democracy. Swiss politicians express diverse views on this influence, with some, like SP co-president Cédric Wermuth, alarmed by…
Pierre Alain Schnegg, the Health and Social Director of Bern, is under scrutiny after a complaint was filed against him for allegedly violating anti-racism laws. His comments in a May interview suggested that the protection status for refugees was being…
As Switzerland approaches key referendums on November 24, recent polls reveal tight margins for all four proposals, causing concern among political leaders. Both the Federal Council and Parliament support these measures, including rental laws and infrastructure expansions, yet a pattern…
A recent GfS Bern survey suggests a notable decline in public support for four upcoming votes in Switzerland, contradicting typical trends where governmental proposals gain approval over time. Key factors include rising distrust in the government, as only 42% express…
Swiss politicians increasingly rely on round table discussions to address issues like healthcare costs, fostering dialogue among divergent perspectives. During a recent meeting led by Federal Councillor Elisabeth Baume-Schneider, participants agreed on saving 300 million Swiss francs in healthcare starting…
In the wake of the recent US Presidential election, Swiss political parties are experiencing a remarkable surge in membership. The Swiss Social Democratic Party (SP) has reported over 1,000 new members, a historic increase compared to previous electoral cycles. Politologists…
