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Switzerland Tackles Multiple Crises: Banned Docs, Budget Cuts, and Traffic Safety

Banned doctors found practicing in Switzerland. Austerity measures spark protests. New traffic safety rules aim to reduce accidents.

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Switzerland Tackles Multiple Crises: Banned Docs, Budget Cuts, and Traffic Safety

Switzerland faces multiple challenges, from healthcare concerns to budget cuts and migration worries. Notably, an international team discovered six banned doctors practicing in the country, including one convicted of sexual assault in Norway.

The Swiss government is addressing traffic safety by implementing lower speed limits on certain motorways during rush hour, reducing the limit from 120 km/h to 80 km/h. These measures will primarily affect less busy sections near on- and off-ramps, where accident risks are higher due to varying vehicle speeds.

The government is also tackling financial issues, with 305 million francs in savings planned for 2026. However, these cuts include reductions in healthcare, childcare centres, and civil servant salaries, sparking protests. Around 12,000 to 15,000 people marched in Lausanne against these austerity measures.

In the realm of employment, Geneva's minimum wage will rise by 11 cents per hour to 24.59 francs starting January 2026, with a similar increase in the special rate for agriculture.

Migration is a significant concern for the Swiss population, with 51% expressing worry. Health insurance costs, however, remain the top concern, with 70% of respondents citing constantly rising premiums as their biggest headache.

A pressing issue is the presence of six banned doctors practicing in Switzerland, including one convicted of sexually assaulting patients in Norway. Unlike the EU, Switzerland lacks an international warning system for such doctors, allowing them to work unhindered in the country.

The Swiss government is addressing traffic safety, financial cuts, and employment concerns. However, the presence of banned doctors and the lack of an international warning system pose serious challenges. Public engagement, particularly regarding budget cuts, remains high, with thousands protesting in Lausanne.

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