Published: 2024-11-24
In a significant political shift, Swiss voters have rejected three out of four national proposals, defying parliamentary recommendations.
The electorate voted against the expansion of six highway sections, marking what the Green Party calls a "historic" shift in transportation policy.
Meanwhile, a long-debated reform for unified healthcare financing has finally been approved after 14 years of discussion, aiming to streamline funding for various medical services.
Additionally, voters upheld tenant-friendly measures, refusing to ease landlords' ability to claim properties for personal use or impose stricter subletting rules.
These results highlight a growing influence of left-leaning and environmental groups in Swiss politics.
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