Dropping litter in canton Thurgau is about to get very expensive.
The cantonal government want to do more to tackle the problem and believe the current fine of CHF 50 is just too low.
The minimum fine will be raised to CHF 150, but could go as high as CHF 300 for major offences.
Some councillors questioned if it may be more effective to spend more on educating people about the dangers of littering, especially emptying ashtrays irresponsibly as cigarette butts can poison groundwater.
Young cyclist dies in racing accident
The Swiss Under 19 cyclist, Muriel Furrer, has died after an accident during a race at Zurich Road Cycling Championships.
Geneva worst hit with premium hike
The government has released the details of how much health insurance premiums will rise next year – and the two most affected cantons will be Geneva and Vaud.
SNB cuts interest rates
The Swiss National Bank cut interest rates by a quarter of a percent yesterday at 1%.
Proposal to ban 'Momfluencers'
Parliament is proposing parents should not receive money for their social media posts if they’re using their children.
ATC upgrades blamed on delays
The modernisation of Swiss Air Traffic Control is being slowed as the process is being blamed on a series of mishaps which have led to delays.
Parliament discusses abolition of home tax - again
Will it finally happen?
