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Four incumbent Bern government members – Evi Allemann, Philippe Müller, Pierre Alain Schnegg, and Astrid Bärtschi – are seeking re-election on March 29, each facing scrutiny over their past performanc
The Green Party faces a significant leadership transition as Aline Trede and Balthasar Glättli consider leaving federal roles for cantonal and city governments. This shift could impact the party's par
Bern Canton reveals election campaign finances for the first time, showing over 3.5 million Swiss Francs spent. Conservative parties receive large donations from associations, while the Socialist Part
Switzerland's Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis faces a legal complaint at the ICC over alleged complicity in war crimes in Gaza. Meanwhile, the FDP rejects the SRG Initiative, and an aging medical work
Around 200 people demonstrated peacefully in Bern against the Iranian Mullah regime, gathering outside the heavily secured Iranian embassy. Protesters expressed deep concern for human rights and the i
The Swiss Federal Roads Office (Astra) is under political fire for its multi-million franc spending on PR, prompting parliamentary inquiries into its budget.
Bern's Grand Council supports a motion to improve victim protection by allowing cross-cantonal enforcement of police orders and better data exchange, addressing a critical gap in safety measures.
A proposal to use advanced software to identify violent protesters in Bern is facing unexpected political opposition following a turbulent demonstration in October.
Switzerland's Federal Audit Office has identified 25 critical recommendations for federal authorities that remain unaddressed, impacting efficiency and public fund management. Issues span military pro
The SBB night train from Basel to Malmö is canceled due to federal funding cuts. Bernese SP Grand Councillor Tanja Bauer proposes Bern Canton finances the route if it departs from Bern, citing tourism
Bern's city government has rejected a proposal for a permanent annual reservation of Bundesplatz for the Women's Strike, stating no special legal provisions will be made for date-bound movements. Orga
A coalition of politicians in Bern's cantonal parliament is demanding that municipalities get the power to approve or reject new asylum centers.
