Public Policy
Liam Carter is a public policy correspondent for Bern News Today, specializing in government accountability, regulatory affairs, and the oversight of non-profit organizations. He reports on consumer protection issues and the use of public funds. (DE)
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A new hydroelectric project by Groupe E in Fribourg is raising concerns in Bern over its potential impact on water resources, agriculture, and wildlife in the Seeland region. Bernese politicians are p
The Swiss Federal Council has reviewed a new economic report from the FDF and SECO, forecasting 1.2% real GDP growth and 0.7% employment growth for the current year, with stable inflation.
Swiss federal updates reveal media groups funded an E-ID campaign, a new initiative to recognize Palestine is underway, and the public demands stricter UBS rules.
A major fire erupted in an apartment building in Kirchdorf on Tuesday evening, fully engulfing its roof and a residential section. Multiple fire departments responded, containing the blaze without any
The City of Bern will provide 30,000 Swiss francs annually for three years to Recovery College Bern, ensuring continued mental health support courses for residents.
Bern's public outdoor pools welcomed nearly 1.8 million visitors in summer 2025, setting a new record. This 11% increase occurred despite the Ka-We-De facility being closed for renovations, with Marzi
