Discrimination within the Swiss housing market exists, authorities says
A latest advert in search of tenants for a vacant condo in canton Lucerne talked about that „solely Swiss“ candidates will probably be thought-about.
In accordance with a number of analysis research carried out on this situation, this isn’t an remoted incident, as numerous condo seekers report they weren’t provided prospects to view vacant flats due to their foreign-sounding names.
Such practices are, nevertheless, unlawful and must be reported to the authorities accountable for racism prevention
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Direct trains will run from Switzerland to London… someday
Whereas talks of a direct practice between Swiss cities like Geneva and Zurich, and the UK capital have been occurring for some time, the challenge is now heading in the right direction.
The nationwide rail firm, SBB, has dedicated to not solely increasing its worldwide locations on the whole, however to London as effectively — probably already in 2030 if all goes effectively.
First although, some challenges must be overcome, such adapting Swiss rail infrastructure and deciding which routes could be finest in the direction of the UK.
READ ALSO: Switzerland commits to creating direct rail hyperlink with London
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How Swiss politicians view Donald Trump
Many Swiss politicians are aghast on the actions and behavior that US President Donald Trump has demonstrated since he took workplace in January — together with his remedy of the Ukrainian president visiting the White Home, in addition to commerce tariffs he threatened to impose on Europe.
Some political figures even need the Federal Council to chop business ties with america — resembling cancelling the order for the fighter jets that Switzerland ordered from the US.
READ ALSO: Opposition to Trump and US grows amongst Swiss politicians
Switzerland will preserve its safeguard clause, however with new situations
In the course of the negotiations between Bern and Brussels which concluded in December 2024, Switzerland’s ‘safeguard clause’ for EU immigration was the largest bone of competition.
Ultimately, Brussels allowed Bern to fundamental this clause, however solely beneath sure situations — the Swiss will not have the ability to activate it unilaterally, as that they had earlier than.
Additionally, the ‘value’ of retaining this clause is a better monetary contribution that Switzerland must make towards serving to poorer EU states.
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What Swiss MPs will probably be deciding on in March
Each chambers of Switzerland’s parliament have started their spring session on March third, deciding on some hot-button points which might be on the forefront of the debates within the coming weeks.
They’ve already selected the timeline for the fee of the thirteenth pension —December 2026.
Deputies have additionally authorised enshrining money and Swiss franc within the nation’s structure.
Amongst different subjects nonetheless beneath dialogue are household reunification for naturalised Swiss residents, and particular person taxation.
READ ALSO: What are the large points for Swiss MP’s this spring?
