The government says it’s preparing for an influx of asylum applications.
The State Secretariat for Migration is predicting by the end of the year there will be 22,000 applications – 7,000 more than last year.
The main driver is the war in Ukraine.
The government is preparing more beds for the new arrivals – and is helping the cantons to provide more spaces.
The army is helping with accommodation – and has around 10,000 places available. Army vehicles are also being used for transportation.
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.
Cyclist dies near the UN
A cyclist died after an accident near the UN yesterday.
Govt may buy fewer F-35s due to cost
Switzerland will not purchase all 36 American F-35 fighter jets originally planned, the Federal Council decided Friday.
Amnesty slams Bern police
Amnesty International is strongly criticising the police response to last October’s unauthorized pro-Palestinian demonstration in Bern.
Two men given house arrest after stealing vignettes
Two men, aged 32 and 33, working at the printing works that makes the autoroute vignettes have been given house arrest and a suspended prison sentence after being found guilty of stealing the stickers and selling them online.
What's likely under the tree this year?
Shoppers looking for the perfect gift this holiday season are turning to tech and toys, according to Galaxus.
