The Swiss population climbed by 1.7% last year – the strongest annual hike since 1960.
But much of that rise is down to Ukrainians in the country under the S permit system, which allows them temporary residency.
Last year’s rise was double the figure than the year before.
There are now 8.9 million people in the country, the growth last year was additional 146,900 people – roughly the size of Lausanne.
Voters look set to cut broadcast fees
Polls suggest voters will approve a halving of fee paid to the public broadcaster the SSR/SRG.
Canton proposes fines for the unvaxxed
A canton is proposing massive fines for those who refuse basic vaccinations.
University students rely on ADHD drugs
During Switzerland’s exam season, concerns are growing over the misuse of Ritalin among university students.
Lewd remarks by worker not sufficient for sacking, say judges
The Federal Supreme Court has overturned the dismissal of a senior civil servant accused of making sexually inappropriate remarks to a colleague.
Pediatricians cut back on weekend work in Geneva
Pediatric emergency care in the Geneva region is being scaled back, raising concerns about pressure on hospital services.
Federal green light for deer culling
Federal judges have cleared the way for Geneva cantonal gamekeepers to shoot deer in Versoix.
