The solidarity vouchers sold by the City of Geneva are being hailed a success.
The programme has now come to an end – but any unused vouchers will remain valid until the end of the year.
Over 160,000 vouchers, worth between 20 and 200 francs, were sold. They gave users discounts of up to 33% and are being credited for injecting CHF 24m into the local economy.
The city paid the 600 participating businesses the difference – which cost CHF 6m.
A quarter of the vouchers were used in bike shops.
Escalade Races this weekend - with a Green twist
The Escalade races are on in Geneva this weekend. Organisers hope a slightly modified schedule will mean a more relaxed and better spread-out weekend – and new rules will also make it more environmentally friendly.
Trafigura and executives on trial for corruption
The commodity trading company Trafigura and three executives are on trial for alleged corruption.
Trial for 1995 diplomat murder underway
A trial has started relating to a murder of an Egyptian diplomat in Geneva in 1995.
Pedestrian hit by tram in Geneva
A woman was seriously inured last night after being hit by a tram in Servette in Geneva.
Léman Express cuts border car traffic
Five years after the launch of the Léman Express, there’s a clear impact on the number of commuters using their car to get to work.
HUG launches new blood drive
Doctors at the Geneva University Hospital are urging more people to come forward and give blood – especially those under 30.
