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New rules taking effect in September include changes to data-protection oversight in Bern and public-sector pay measures in Basel City. A practical guide should identify who is affected, what changes immediately and how the reforms fit into Switzerland’s cantonal legal system.
10 days ago · 2 sources
Zurich
Zurich has approved the legal framework for a one-year pilot allowing selected shift workers, including police, public transport staff and carers, to work 35 hours a week instead of 42 without a pay cut. The city has not yet decided which department will host the trial.
SWI swissinfo.ch
government
Analysis reveals significant expansion of administrative positions in Swiss municipalities, with suburban areas experiencing the highest growth in both staff numbers and costs.
SWI swissinfo.ch
business
State-owned financial institution to eliminate 141 positions in Bern as part of strategic restructuring to address market challenges
SWI swissinfo.ch
employment
Basel-City becomes the first Swiss canton to trial a four-day work week with full compensation for public employees, marking a significant shift in Swiss work culture.
The Local Switzerland
labor
Basel-City becomes first Swiss canton to trial four-day work week with full pay for public employees, setting potential precedent for national labor reform
The Local Switzerland
