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Agreements and politics

Bilateral treaties, the tax agreement, federal votes and reforms affecting cross-border workers.

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• Educational Reform in Ticino: A Context Marked by Increasing Challenges

  Associations call for adequate resources to face the challenges of the high school reform, amid regulatory issues and rising discomfort among students and teachers.

• Appointments at SIMS Canceled: The Council of State Yields to the TRAM

  The Administrative Court has declared the appointments of the SIMS directors illegitimate. The Council of State has decided not to appeal to the Federal Court, effectively canceling both the appointments and the public competition announced in March 2024.

• Problematic Migrants, the Government Decides on Dedicated Facilities in Ticino

  The Canton Ticino Government announces the adoption of dedicated facilities for problematic migrants, with new criteria and deadlines. Here's what’s changing.

• Justice in Ticino at Risk: Agreement with Lugano City Council in Jeopardy

  Justice in Ticino is at risk due to an agreement between the Canton and the Lugano City Council that is in jeopardy.

• Bern discusses economic supply and 13th AVS payment

  The Federal Parliament meets to discuss the economic supply project and the 13th AVS pension payment.

• Cassis: 'The product is good'. The Bilateral III agreement for Ticino

  Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis defends the Bilateral III agreement, which includes a package of deals between Switzerland and the EU. The agreement would maintain stable and reliable relations with Brussels, even amid strong international tensions.

• Bilateral Agreements III: A New Chapter for Ticino and the EU

  The Swiss government presents the message for Bilateral Agreements III, crucial for Ticino's cross-border workers.

• Bilateral Agreements III: Parliament Called to Decide, Impact on Ticino

  The Federal Council has submitted to Parliament the message regarding the Bilateral Agreements III with the EU, crucial for Canton Ticino and cross-border commuters.

• Bilateral Agreements III, the Ball Now in the Swiss Parliament’s Court

  The Federal Council sends the message on the Bilateral Agreements III with the EU to Parliament, crucial for Ticino and cross-border commuters in 2026.

• Bilateral Agreements III, now up to Parliament

  The Swiss Federal Council has submitted the Bilateral Agreements III package with the EU to the Swiss Parliament, aiming to stabilize relations and safeguard Swiss sovereignty.

• Opening of Fishing Season in Ticino

  Fishing in Ticino's rivers and alpine lakes will resume on March 15, 2026, for holders of annual permit D1 and on April 1, 2026, for holders of tourist permit T1.

• Raising the Retirement Age in Ticino: Yes or No?

  The debate over increasing the retirement age divides politicians and citizens in Canton Ticino. Here's what you need to know.

• Ticino Government: Immediate Suspension of Cost-Sharing Participation

  The cantonal parliament is calling on the government to immediately suspend user payments for home care services. The motion sparks a heated debate on future healthcare policies.

• Federal Elections: Yes to Individual Taxation in Ticino

  The recent federal elections confirm the approval of individual taxation and reject several initiatives.

• Individual Taxation: A Tax Revolution Approved in Ticino

  53% of voters approve the individual taxation law, which changes the tax penalty for spouses.

• The Initiative Against Dumping: The Vote That Changes Everything

  The initiative against dumping has been rejected, with 56.2% of voters opposing increased controls in the labor market.

• Ticino Rejects Initiative Against Wage Dumping

  The recent vote rejected the initiative against wage dumping, highlighting the structural issues of the labor market in Ticino.

• Ticino: No to the anti-dumping initiative, satisfaction for the Cantonal Council

  The Cantonal Council expresses its satisfaction with the rejection of the anti-dumping initiative and the SSR fee at 200 francs.

• Switzerland: Individual Taxation, What Changes for Ticino

  55% of voters approved the Federal Law on Individual Taxation (08.03.2026). Children, deductions, and new rates: what cross-border workers and Ticino municipalities need to know.

• March 8 Voting: The Uncertain Future of the SSR Initiative in Ticino

  On March 8, Swiss citizens will vote on four key issues, with the SSR Initiative still hanging in the balance between yes and no. Analysis and practical details for Ticino cross-border workers.

• Pharmaceuticals: Global Success, Swiss Concerns

  Roche and Novartis report record results, but calls for reforms increase to keep Switzerland attractive.

• Switzerland-EU Agreements: A Step Forward for Ticino

  The agreement package signed in Brussels promises positive developments for cross-border workers and the economy of Ticino.

• Lombardy passes AI law: what impact for Ticino and cross-border workers?

  Lombardy approves the first law on Artificial Intelligence for ethical development and SMEs. An opportunity or a challenge for workers and businesses in Canton Ticino?

• Ticino: Are Cross-Border Teachers Working Without a Valid Work Permit? The Government Responds

  The Ticino Government clarifies the situation regarding cross-border teachers and work permits: few irregular cases and no violations.