Referendum

Switzerland

Cross-party alliance challenges plan to lift Swiss nuclear ban

A cross-party alliance has submitted more than 131,800 signatures to preserve Switzerland’s ban on building new nuclear power plants. The referendum effort challenges plans to reconsider the country’s nuclear-energy restrictions.

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Switzerland

Swiss voters to decide VAT rise for 13th pension payment

Swiss voters will decide on November 29 whether to raise VAT to finance the new 13th state-pension payment. Social Affairs Minister Elisabeth Baume-Schneider says rejecting the measure would have serious consequences for the pension system.

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Swiss voters face decisive referendum on easing arms-export rules

A November 29 vote will decide whether Switzerland loosens restrictions on war-materiel exports. The proposal pits support for the domestic arms industry and closer European cooperation against concerns about neutrality, humanitarian policy and the risk of Swiss weapons reaching conflict zones.

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Politics

With the September 27th vote approaching, Switzerland's political landscape is split over the "Safeguarding Swiss Neutrality" initiative. While the Swiss People's Party champions the proposal, all other major parties have united in opposition, warning it could jeopardize national security and foreign policy.

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Citing a shortage of skilled workers in the private sector, a coalition of top Swiss business associations including economiesuisse has endorsed a popular initiative to impose limits on federal government personnel spending.

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The Swiss government has officially recommended a 'no' vote on the upcoming neutrality initiative, arguing it would harm the country's interests and reduce its room for maneuver on the world stage. This move launches the official campaign ahead of the nationwide vote on September 27.

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Politics

The Swiss government has officially recommended rejecting a popular initiative that seeks to constitutionally enforce a stricter 'perpetual and armed' neutrality, launching a campaign that pits it directly against the initiative's right-wing backers ahead of the September 27 vote.

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Politics

A national referendum will decide whether to embed a stricter definition of 'permanent and armed neutrality' into the Swiss constitution, sparking debate over the country's role in global politics.

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Energy

Despite a legal path opening for new nuclear power, Switzerland's major energy providers show little appetite for building new plants, citing poor economic viability. The debate is set to intensify as a broad political coalition launches a referendum to prevent a return to nuclear power.

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Politics

A broad coalition of political parties and environmental groups has launched a referendum campaign against government legislation that would permit new nuclear power plants, setting the stage for a major national debate on the country's energy strategy.

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Energy

As parliament moves to lift the ban on new nuclear power plants to secure long-term energy, a Green-led coalition has launched a referendum to counter the move. This sets the stage for a nationwide vote, while experts debate the viability of keeping existing plants running versus investing in renewables.

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Swiss Politics

A coalition of trade unions and left-wing parties has initiated a federal referendum to challenge a new law that would prioritize sectoral collective labor agreements over cantonal minimum wage laws. Opponents argue the reform is an 'attack on women' and undermines established local wage protections.

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Energy Policy

While the Swiss government and parliament push to lift the ban on new nuclear power stations to ensure energy security, a broad coalition of political parties and environmental groups has launched a referendum to fight the move. This article examines the conflicting arguments from energy experts, politicians, and activists as Switzerland heads towards a pivotal public vote on its energy future.

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Swiss Politics

A flurry of political activity marks the second half of 2026. Campaigns have been launched for national initiatives on food security and rent control, a referendum against new nuclear power is underway, and Swiss voters are preparing for four federal measures in November.

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Public Health

As a new campaign kicks off for a popular initiative demanding greater food self-sufficiency and sustainable agriculture, a federal report reveals a slight increase in foodborne illnesses like salmonellosis. The dual developments bring Swiss food safety and policy into sharp focus.

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Politics

A broad alliance of political parties and campaign groups has launched a referendum against new government legislation that would allow the construction of new nuclear power plants. The move sets the stage for a nationwide vote on the future of Switzerland's energy policy.

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Politics

Swiss voters will decide on four major issues in the November 29 nationwide ballot. Key measures include a proposed VAT increase to fund pensions, easing restrictions on military equipment re-exports, the 'Fireworks Initiative', and a proposal to end the 'marriage penalty' in federal taxation.

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Housing

The Swiss Tenants’ Association has successfully submitted a popular initiative to curb rising rents, having collected over 140,000 signatures. The proposal, which would require automatic rent reviews and mandatory reductions, will now proceed to a nationwide vote.

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Politics

In a narrow vote, Geneva has passed a constitutional amendment preventing elected politicians from displaying visible religious symbols while performing official duties, reviving debates on secularism and state neutrality.

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