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Bern's city parliament approved a motion to stop jailing impoverished people for unpaid transit fines, aiming to ease prison overcrowding and decriminalize poverty-related fare evasion. However, offic
Bern's homeless shelters now require identification, severely impacting Sans-Papiers. This policy sparks debate on human rights and legal residency, with experts warning of dire consequences for vulne
Bern's new winter night shelters will only allow individuals with valid residency permits, a policy supported by 1.3 million Swiss francs in cantonal funding. Foreign homeless individuals can only be
Opponents of Bern's proposed 23.80 CHF per hour minimum wage have filed an appeal, delaying its introduction. Business associations argue the measure should be national, not local.
Voters across twelve Swiss cantons are deciding on social and financial policies today, including childcare funding in Solothurn, affordable housing in Bern and Geneva, and health insurance premiums i
Bern's left-wing parties propose a new law to expand anti-discrimination protections, including poverty and body weight, aiming to make Bern a national leader, though funding and structural debates pe
Bern's City Council proposes integrating municipal day care centers (Kitas) into the core city administration to address ongoing financial deficits and stabilize funding.
The Canton of Bern will increase childcare subsidies for lower-income families starting August 1, 2026, raising income limits and boosting support for infants.
