As soon as it’s been passed by the Carouge Municipal Council, the Swiss People’s Party has launched a referendum against the proposed new aquatic centre.
The right-wing party says it’s unacceptable the commune pays the CHF 70m bill when people from all over the canton will use it – and it believes other communes should also contribute.
The Swiss People’s Party says the high cost will likely mean to a tax rise in Carouge.
Call to ban demos in Geneva during G7
Geneva’s parliament is calling for a temporary ban on demonstrations during the upcoming G7 summit in nearby Evian-les-Bains.
Strong winds blamed for cable car accident
More details are emerging about the horrific cable car accident in the Engelberg which killed a 61 year old woman.
Green Party calls for end to fossil fuels
The Green Party is calling for a rapid phase-out of fossil fuels, after delegates approved a new resolution at a meeting in canton Basel-Country over the weekend.
GMO initiative goes to signature recount
A popular initiative to ban genetically modified organisms in food is now in doubt, after falling short of the required number of signatures.
Geneva fine defaulters won't go to jail
In Geneva, people who can’t afford to pay fines will no longer be sent to prison.
Multi-million franc chocolate paradise to open
In the Swiss town of Broc, Nestlé has unveiled plans for a massive new chocolate theme park.
