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A coalition of Bern's civic parties has unveiled its platform for the 2026 cantonal elections, promising lower taxes, economic growth, and enhanced security.
Bern's City Council is divided over a Social Democratic Party proposal to review the entire city budget for gender equality, citing high costs and uncertain benefits.
Stephanie Gartenmann, 23, becomes Bern's youngest Grand Councillor, bringing eight years of political experience and a focus on fiscal autonomy and federalism.
FDP National Councillor Heinz Theiler and Carmen Inauen, personal assistant to SVP Federal Councillor Albert Rösti, are a new couple in Swiss politics. They met at an SVP dinner earlier this year.
Following violent protests, SVP politicians in Bern demand the city double its police funding to CHF 60 million and ban 'left-wing extremist groups.' The SP and City Safety Director reject these calls
The Swiss People's Party (SVP) vehemently rejected new EU agreements in Bern, with eleven National Council members outlining their opposition. This move puts the party at odds with its own federal cou
A lynx in Bern is set to be culled after attacking livestock owned by a national politician, sparking debate over a controversial exception to wildlife rules.
Centrist parties like Die Mitte and FDP lead in legislative success in Switzerland's parliament, winning over 90% and 85% of votes, respectively. Polarized parties show lower rates.
A debate is ongoing in Bern as some parties demand police disclose suspect nationalities for transparency, while others warn of stigmatization.
A proposal by left-wing parties in Bern to create a new anti-discrimination office with an estimated annual cost of 500,000 CHF has sparked a political debate.
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.
