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Hundreds demonstrated on Bundesplatz in Bern, demanding more funds for protection against gender-based violence after the National Council voted against increasing allocations.
The Swiss Parliament has addressed key national issues, approving measures to support older workers and strengthen IV assessment rights. New presidents were elected, and debates on local media funding
Hanna Sahlfeld-Singer, one of Switzerland's first female National Councillors and a pioneer for women's equality, has died at 81. She served from 1971 to 1975, advocating for human rights and social j
Swiss Parliament members from all parties paid an emotional tribute to Fredi Heer, a 63-year-old SVP National Councillor from Zurich, following his sudden death.
Swiss Federal Assembly mourns National Councillor Fredi Heer, 63, who died unexpectedly. Tributes were paid across parties, highlighting his respected political career.
The Swiss National Council is debating new rules for chamber access, aiming to allow parliamentary group secretaries inside. This change seeks to balance the current situation where federal councillor
