There’ll be no relief from the cost-of-living crisis next year as a new report suggests health insurance premiums are set to rise in 2023.
The consultancy firm Accenture says some cantons could see a rise of nearly 10% next year.
Insurers were pressured by the government to cut back on their reserves in an effort to keep premiums down – but then Covid hit and costs have soared.
Ticino residents could see a rise of over 9% - Geneva a hike of 6.6% and Vaud at 4.6%.
Black Friday sales disappoint
Black Friday sales have been a disappointment – but sales during the week were up.
Inflation up, slightly.
Swiss inflation rose less than expected in November, raising hopes of an interest rate cut by the Swiss National Bank next week.
Shops will not open on 22nd December
Geneva shops will not be open on Sunday 22nd December.
Woman hit by tram dies
The woman hit by a tram in Servette on Monday evening has died.
Project to help elderly fraud victims
A pilot project has been launched in Neuchâtel to help elderly victims of fraud.
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.
