The bailout scheme for systemically important electricity companies in times of crisis will not be extended. On Thursday, parliament declined to consider a proposal to that effect from the government. Following the House of Representatives, the Senat...

A mother of four Swiss children who has no documents is allowed to remain in Switzerland under the family reunification scheme. The Bern Administrative Court has upheld the woman’s appeal against a decision by the cantonal Security Directorate. The...

According to a survey by Pro Senectute, more than 800,000 people aged 60 and over in Switzerland would like more company. While the majority of older people are well integrated into society, around 140,000 say they frequently lack contact with others...

On Thursday, the Swiss House of Representatives approved federal financial support of up to CHF200 million ($247 million) for Switzerland's bid for the 2038 Winter Olympics. It also added provisions relating to sustainability and accessibility. In th...

People with protection status S and third-country nationals who have been educated in Switzerland are to be granted easier access to the labour market. The House of Representatives approved a corresponding bill from the federal government on Wednesda...