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Withholding tax, tax returns, refunds and allowances: what changes for cross-border workers in Switzerland.

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• Secured department in Pasture: only with the consent of Canton and Municipalities

  The Political Institutions Commission of the lower house has found a middle way for the pilot project in Pasture, involving local authorities.

• Lombardy Region allocates 6.4 million for social housing

  Over 6.4 million euros for the recovery of vacant homes and accessibility in Lombardy. Here are the details.

• New measures against domestic violence in Switzerland

  The Federal Department of Justice and Police proposes new measures to combat domestic violence, with a focus on early prevention.

• Varese: technical meeting to solve the parking problem at Sette Laghi Hospital

  The Municipality of Varese and ASST Sette Laghi meet to address the critical parking issues for healthcare workers. Meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026.

• Business Failures and Startups in Switzerland: The Unusual Boom of 2026

  In the first quarter of 2026, business failures in Switzerland doubled, but new companies reached record levels. Analysis and implications for cross-border workers.

• May Day in Varese: unions march for decent work

  On May 1st, 2026, Varese will see CGIL, CISL, and UIL take to the streets for decent work, with a march starting at 9:30 AM from the FS train station.

• Elections in 10 municipalities of Como Province: what changes for cross-border workers

  Voting takes place on May 24 and 25, 2026, in 10 municipalities of Como Province. Here are the candidates and the implications for cross-border workers.

• Como Province is wealthier: income rises but the town isn't in the top 10

  The per capita income of Como Province has increased, but the town isn't in the top 10. Discover the details and implications for cross-border workers.

• Submerged forests to save Lake Como and Lake Lugano

  A cross-border project uses aquatic plants to restore lake ecosystems and combat climate change.

• Nighttime closure of Gallarate exit on A8: what changes for cross-border workers

  The Gallarate exit on the A8 Milano-Varese will be closed during the night between Wednesday 29 and Thursday 30 April for maintenance work. Here are the alternatives.

• 2024 Incomes: Luvinate is the wealthiest municipality in Varese province

  Luvinate surpasses Galliate Lombardo with an average income of 37,654 euros. Cross-border workers' data is not included.

• OCSE tax on multinationals: distant goals, only 564 million in 2025

  The minimum tax rate of 15% for multinationals in Switzerland raised 564 million francs in 2025, far below the federal council's billion-dollar targets.

• Immigration in Switzerland: 60 years of debate and 20 initiatives

  Immigration has made Switzerland more prosperous, but it is also one of the most contentious political issues. Here's how the debate has changed over 60 years.

• Petition to abolish the military service exemption tax

  The Communist Youth launches a petition to abolish the military service exemption tax, defined as unfair and discriminatory.

• Crans-Montana, medical expenses: Italy rejects Swiss request

  Italy refuses to pay Swiss medical bills for Crans-Montana fire victims.

• Canton and Municipalities United Against Climate Change

  Symposium between Canton and Municipalities to address climate change. Gobbi: 'The 2023 flood in Vallemaggia demonstrated the need to act in advance'.

• Crans-Montana: UFAS clarifies healthcare costs for Italian patients

  The Federal Social Insurance Office explains the procedure for reimbursing medical expenses for Italian patients injured in Switzerland.

• Summer holidays 2026: costs rise due to war, but some destinations become cheaper

  A HolidayCheck analysis reveals that summer holiday prices are 10-20% higher than last year, but some destinations see drops.

• Farewell to paper ID cards: the electronic version becomes mandatory

  As of August 3, 2026, paper ID cards will no longer be valid. Here's what changes and how to request the CIE.

• UST Neuchâtel: 300 employees in telework due to fire system malfunction

  Around 300 employees of the Federal Statistical Office in Neuchâtel are working remotely due to a malfunction in the fire system.

• Wage gap in Ticino: residents earn 1,157 francs more

  The cantonal statistical office reveals that residents in Ticino earn an average of 5,957 francs, while cross-border workers earn 4,800 francs. The gap is 19.4%.

• AI assistant for cross-border workers: the complete 2026 guide

  Complete guide to the free AI assistant for cross-border workers: how it works, what you can ask (G permit, withholding tax, tax credit, job search), privacy and limits. 10+ real FAQs.

• B residence permit and withholding tax 2026: complete tax guide

  Complete tax guide for B permit holders in Ticino: 2026 withholding tax tariffs, deductions, the CHF 120,000 threshold for retrospective ordinary assessment (NOV) and comparison with the G cross-border status.

• Switzerland Withholding Tax 2026: All Border Cantons Compared

  Swiss withholding tax 2026: rates, tariffs and NOV threshold for Ticino, Graubünden, Valais, Bern and Zurich. Comparison hub for cross-border workers with B/G permits.