As the potential cities vie for the right to host next years Eurovision Song Contest, the federal government have made it very clear – there will be no government money.
The Federal Culture Office told the press that financial support for the contest next year is not under discussion.
The financing will be down mainly to the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation and the host city and canton.
There will be some other sources of income, such as sponsorship and ticket sales.
Govt wants to cut food waste
The government is fed up with food waste.
Warning: Halloween pranks could be criminal
It’s Halloween - and police forces around the country are warning that this time of year sees an increase in ‘pranks’ relating to trick or treating – those pranks could be criminal.
Geneva 'Night Correspondents' successful
The city of Geneva is so pleased with the results of its ‘Night Correspondent’ programme, it will be expanded.
Women street names in new development
The City of Geneva has agreed that the majority of the new street names in the La Praille, Acacias, Vernets district will be named after women, in an effort to equalize gender recognition.
Big cars could pay more for parking in Zurich
Bigger, heavier, cars may have to pay more for parking in Zurich.
Competition to design new bank notes
The Swiss National Bank is calling for graphic artists to come up with ideas for the next series of bank notes.
