Tue, 6 Jan 2009
- Illegal immigrants win reprieve in Zurich
A special commission is to hear the case of perceived injustices against illegal immigrants in canton Zurich following a two-week protest.
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Mon, 5 Jan 2009
- New year, new laws come into effect
The start of 2009 has heralded the introduction of more than 300 new federal laws, revisions and regulations affecting residents of Switzerland..
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Tue, 6 Jan 2009
- Merz calls for fairness in Swiss politics
The 2009 Swiss president, Hans-Rudolf Merz, says that in its policies Switzerland should remain "determined" but "fair".
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Mon, 5 Jan 2009
- Caution urged as Taser law comes into force
Swiss police can use stun guns instead of regular arms under legislation that comes into force on January 1, but opponents have cautioned against their widespread use.
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Wed, 31 Dec 2008
- Black ravens warn against EU treaty
The rightwing Swiss People's Party says the labour treaty with the European Union will undermine the country's independence and lead to more unemployment.
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Mon, 29 Dec 2008
- Party politics and bailout package shaped 2008
Switzerland's political life in the past year was largely marked by apparent tensions within one of its leading parties and the worsening global economic crisis.
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Mon, 5 Jan 2009
- Rightwing plans "violate human rights"
The rightwing Swiss People's Party has reignited a debate over human rights by calling for immigrants who commit crimes to be expelled, and a ban on minarets.
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Fri, 19 Dec 2008
- Parliament through the eyes of a crime expert
The winter session in parliament was marked by discussions on a financial rescue package and the election of a new defence minister.
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Tue, 30 Dec 2008
- Looming recession raises debt question
Most people in Switzerland oppose increasing the national debt and want state spending slashed and taxes reduced, according to a recent survey.
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Tue, 30 Dec 2008
- Schengen "benefits all Swiss citizens"
Switzerland's official entry into the Schengen zone has been described as an "important step" by Justice Minister Eveline Widmer-Schlumpf.
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