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.
Trees down, power out across western Switzerland
Western parts of the country are picking up the pieces after storm Benjamin swept through the region yesterday.
Police frank about French crime wave
Two gun shops in the Lausanne area have been hit by French robbers within a week.
Skiing to be more expensive this season
Skiers in Switzerland will pay a little more this winter.
Thousands struggle with basic skills
In Switzerland, about 15% of adults struggle with basic reading, math, and problem-solving skills - that’s roughly 850,000 people.
Army sergeant throws cat at recruits
A shocking video from a Swiss barracks in Lenzburg, canton Aargau, has sparked outrage.
Clock change sends people to the ER
Clocks change at the end of the week – and it could be dangerous – as it sends more people to hospital.
