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The Swiss Competition Commission (Comco) has again expanded its investigation into an alleged bid-rigging cartel in Graubünden's construction sector, now including a total of nine companies in its probe.
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real estate
The Swiss government intends to make it more difficult for foreign nationals living abroad to purchase property by requiring a special permit, a move aimed at curbing speculation and alleviating a nationwide housing shortage.
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citizenship
A Swiss court has ruled in favor of a foreigner who was denied naturalization, deeming many of the questions asked by the local commune during the citizenship test to be 'inadmissible' and irrelevant to assessing integration.
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immigration
Controversy erupts over deportation case of Gabriela Purtschert, adopted daughter of Swiss emigrants, highlighting complexities in Swiss citizenship and residency laws.
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immigration
Federal Administrative Court rules refugee families must return to Greece despite challenging conditions, marking shift in asylum policy
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finance
Parliament finalizes new money laundering rules requiring enhanced due diligence from lawyers and advisors for transactions above CHF5 million.
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law
Swiss Parliament approves amendment to Civil Code explicitly banning violence in child-rearing, establishing counseling services for families facing parenting challenges.
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animals
Nine Rottweiler owners face legal action in Zurich as new licensing requirements take effect, affecting nearly 300 registered dogs in the canton.
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law
Canton moves to strengthen accountability with new legislation requiring immediate reporting of criminal offenses within religious institutions.
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law
Federal Administrative Court rules diplomatic legitimation cards cannot count toward regular residency permits, affecting families of international organization staff.
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animal welfare
Switzerland's strict animal welfare laws include unusual provisions, such as banning glasses and contact lenses for poultry, highlighting the country's comprehensive approach to animal protection.
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politics
The Swiss government launches consultation on uniform nationwide penalties for littering, with fines ranging from CHF100-300 based on waste volume.
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business
Swiss food giant penalized for illegal use of activated carbon filters in Henniez mineral water production from 2008 to 2022.
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environment
Federal government launches consultation on uniform nationwide penalties for littering, with fines ranging from CHF 100 to 300 based on waste volume.
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technology
New legislation targets major online platforms like Google, requiring payment for news snippet usage in breakthrough digital media reform.
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law
Swiss parliament has unanimously agreed to make stalking a criminal offense, introducing clear legal consequences for obsessive harassment.
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law
Swiss parliament unanimously approves legislation to criminalize stalking, marking a significant step forward in protecting victims of harassment
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law
Switzerland faces pressure to strengthen anti-corruption measures and improve whistleblower protection after 20-year delay in implementing OECD recommendations.
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law
Senate votes against making failure to assist rape victims punishable, sparking debate about sexual violence legislation.
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media
Zurich authorities search Inside Paradeplatz offices and editor's home in criminal probe related to alleged banking secrecy violations in Raiffeisen case.
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