Grisons: nine candidates vie for five government seats

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On 14 June 2026, the citizens of the Canton of Grisons will vote to renew five of the seven seats in the cantonal government. The State Chancellery has today published the definitive list of the nine candidates running for the five available positions. The deadline for submitting candidacies expired on 13 April, while the possibility of withdrawing proposals closed at noon today. Starting Monday, 21 April, the candidates' names will be officially published in the Canton's Official Gazette. ### The four incumbents seeking re-election Four of the five seats up for renewal are currently held by incumbent members who have submitted their candidacies for another term. Among them are Marcus Caduff and Carmelia Maissen, both from the Centre Party, who have been serving in the government since 2019 and 2023, respectively. The FDP.The Liberals (FDP) is represented by Martin Bühler, a member of the executive since 2023, while the Social Democratic Party (SP) is fielding Peter Peyer, who has been in office since 2019. The only outgoing member not seeking re-election is Jon Domenic Parolini (Centre Party), who left the government after eleven years in office, having first been elected in 2015. ### Party strategies: Centre, FDP and SP on the defensive The Centre Party aims to retain its three seats from the previous election by presenting Aita Zanetti, mayor of Scuol, as its new candidate. The FDP.The Liberals is backing incumbent Bühler alongside Maurizio Michael, a Grand Councillor from Bregaglia, while the SP is fielding only Peyer, without any other high-profile names. The race for the remaining open seats thus hinges on the other two governing parties: the Swiss People's Party (SVP) and the Green Liberal Party (GLP). ### The challenges facing the SVP and GLP The SVP, an oppo...

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Party strategies: between continuity and innovation The governing parties in the Canton of Grisons have opted for a line of continuity ahead of the 14 June 2026 elections, banking on politicians already experienced in cantonal politics. The Centre Party, which currently holds three seats, has chosen to reaffirm its two outgoing members, Caduff and Maissen, and to bring in Aita Zanetti, mayor of Scuol, to maintain its influence. The FDP.The Liberals, with Bühler and Michael, are also confirming their presence in an executive historically dominated by moderate parties. The Social Democratic Party (SP), on the other hand, is relying solely on Peyer, without proposing any alternative candidates—a sign of a defensive strategy in a complex political context. ### The opposition: SVP and Green Liberals seeking space The Swiss People’s Party (SVP), traditionally underrepresented in the Grisons government, is backing Valérie Favre Accola, a prominent figure in the party and President of the Grand Council. Her candidacy represents an attempt to bring a more conservative voice into the executive, particularly on issues such as immigration and public service management. The Green Liberals, meanwhile, are putting forward Nora Saratz Cazin, mayor of Pontresina, as an environmentalist and progressive candidate, in line with the party’s energy and sustainability policies. Both parties will be aiming to win a seat from one of the governing parties, but the challenge looks set to be an uphill one given the numerical advantage of the traditional parties. ### The independent candidate: an element of surprise Reto Bott, born in 2002 and a law student, is the only candidate not affiliated with a party. His presence introduces an element of uncertainty, particularly if he is able to attra...

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How to follow the elections and what to do after voting Grisons residents will be able to vote on 14 June 2026 either at the polling station or by post. The ballot paper will be published in the official cantonal gazette starting Monday, 21 April, along with the candidates' profiles. Cross-border workers from Ticino living in the border districts (Moesa, Poschiavo, Bernina) are advised to follow updates through the official channels of the Grisons government and the State Chancellery. ### Practical steps for cross-border workers 1. Consult the official list of candidates: From Monday, 21 April, the definitive list will be available in the official cantonal gazette. Cross-border workers can check the names of candidates and their political platforms to assess any potential future implications. 2. Monitor public debates: In the months leading up to the vote, political parties will organise public meetings and debates. Interested cross-border workers can attend events in border municipalities or tune in to local broadcasts such as RSI Rete Due or TV Südostschweiz to hear candidates' positions on key issues like employment, healthcare, and transport. 3. Check for any changes to voting procedures: Ticino cross-border workers who wish to vote in Grisons must ensure they are registered on the cantonal electoral rolls. Registration can be completed at the municipal offices in their Ticino place of residence, by presenting a valid ID and a residence certificate. 4. Prepare for potential regulatory changes: After the elections, citizens and cross-border workers should keep an eye on updates from the new Grisons government, particularly regarding transport, healthcare, and employment policies. Any changes to cantonal regulations could affect cross-border workers' rights, for...

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[{"q":"Which five seats are up for election in the Grisons government on 14 June 2026?","a":"The five seats up for election are currently held by Marcus Caduff (Centre Party), Carmelia Maissen (Centre Party), Martin Bühler (FDP.The Liberals), Peter Peyer (Social Democratic Party), and Jon Domenic Parolini (Centre Party), who is not running for re-election."},{"q":"Which four incumbents are seeking re-election?","a":"The four incumbents running for re-election are Marcus Caduff (Centre Party, in office since 2019), Carmelia Maissen (Centre Party, since 2023), Martin Bühler (FDP.The Liberals, since 2023), and Peter Peyer (Social Democratic Party, since 2019)."},{"q":"Which parties are fielding candidates for the open seats?","a":"The Centre Party is presenting Aita Zanetti, the FDP.The Liberals is running Martin Bühler alongside Maurizio Michael, the Social Democratic Party is fielding only Peter Peyer. The Swiss People's Party has nominated Valérie Favre Accola, while the Green Liberal Party is supporting Nora Saratz Cazin. The only independent candidate is Reto Bott."},{"q":"When will the official list of candidates be published?","a":"The official list of candidates will be published in the canton's Official Gazette starting Monday, 21 April 2026."},{"q":"Will the Grisons government elections affect cross-border workers from Ticino?","a":"The elections do not bring immediate changes, but they could indirectly influence border policies, transport, and healthcare. Cross-border workers should monitor developments in the new executive for any potential regulatory adjustments."}]

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