UBS has implemented a new attendance monitoring tool requiring staff to be in the office three days a week, raising concerns about its impact on bonuses and annual evaluations. Meanwhile, Neuchâtel State Councilor Céline Vara faces criticism for vacationing in Oman, highlighting the expectation for political figures to align their actions with their environmental claims. The Swiss National Council is also addressing issues like education without violence and tax discrimination against married couples in a special session.
neuchâtel socialists re-elected in historic election as left seeks majority
The Neuchâtel government remains left-leaning as socialists Frédéric Mairy and Florence Nater were re-elected in the first round of elections, achieving an absolute majority. The left's strategy to regain control of the State Council will depend on voter mobilization for the upcoming runoff, while the right also presents a joint list to defend its majority. Voter turnout was slightly lower than in the previous election.