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A parliamentary judicial committee has postponed the election of the entire Federal Supreme Court following scrutiny of a past relationship between two judges. The delay raises questions about judicial independence, ethics and the oversight of Switzerland’s highest court.
6 days ago · 1 source
politics
The Swiss Senate and House of Representatives are at odds over how to finance the voter-approved 13th monthly pension payment. The Senate backs a mix of increased VAT and higher employee contributions, while the House had previously favored a VAT-only solution, setting the stage for a critical political decision on the future of the pension scheme.
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energy
In a significant policy shift, a Swiss parliamentary committee has supported lifting the ban on constructing new nuclear power plants, positioning atomic energy as a viable option for the country's future electricity supply.
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politics
The Federal Council has officially submitted its package of agreements with the European Union to parliament, initiating the next phase of debate on a plan to stabilize and develop Switzerland’s relationship with the bloc. President Guy Parmelin stated the package is in the nation's best interest.
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Swiss politics
In its spring session, the Swiss parliament significantly softened the government's proposed austerity package, preserving federal funding for services for the Swiss Abroad. In a separate key decision, lawmakers approved the introduction of a new road toll for foreign vehicles transiting through the country.
The Local Switzerland · +3 more
naturalization
A House of Representatives committee has voted against a popular initiative aimed at simplifying the naturalization process by transferring regulatory power to the federal government and shortening the residency requirement to five years.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
politics
Survey reveals 98% of federal parliamentarians experienced hostility in past two years, with right-wing and Green party members most affected.
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defense
Swiss Parliament backs government initiative to negotiate security and defense partnership with European Union, marking potential shift in military cooperation policy.
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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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defense
The House of Representatives has approved significant investment in expanding Nitrochemie's production capacity, strengthening Switzerland's defense capabilities.
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finance
Both chambers of parliament unanimously approve new regulatory measures for systemically important banks, mandating stricter capital requirements and enhanced supervisory powers for FINMA.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
space industry
Swiss lawmakers vote to prevent privatization of the country's fourth-largest European space industry player, citing national security interests.
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politics
The House of Representatives calls for more proactive European security policy engagement, including potential cooperation with European Defence Agency.
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politics
Swiss parliament green-lights nearly CHF11 billion for international cooperation strategy 2025-2028, with heated debate over Ukraine aid allocation.
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