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

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• Overnight closure of the A8 between Varese and Gallarate

  Nighttime closure of the A8 between Varese and Gallarate for work on the overpass between Castronno and Albizzate: risk of traffic queues and alternating one-way traffic on the SP34.

• Job Concierge: free counter in Locarno

  ECAP Ticino Unia’s mobile service offers free consultations without an appointment. Next meeting in Locarno on 1° ottobre.

• Kastritis: absences are not excuses, get to work immediately

  After the defeat at Masnago against Virtus Bologna, the coach identifies the work and the away trip to Scafati as priorities.

• Varese-bologna: LBA debut at the itelyum arena

  The Openjobmetis Varese challenges the Virtus Bologna on Sunday 27 September at 7 pm. McDowell-White absent, Della Valle in doubt.

• Grape Festival in Mendrisio: positive outcome

  Positive outcome for the 70th Mendrisio Grape Festival: an estimated 20,000–25,000 people and no major security interventions.

• Bellinzona rejects the «fortress» project

  54% of voters rejected the 19,1-million plan to enhance and modernize the UNESCO site of the Bellinzona castles; turnout at 47,5%.

• Reported for dumping waste in Lake Maggiore in Brezzo di Bedero

  Forest Carabinieri report owner: rubble from the terrace thrown into water at a depth of 7-13 meters.

• Ambrì beat Lugano 5-3 in the first derby of the season

  Ambrì conquers the Cornèr Arena with a 5-3 score decided in the second period. The blue-and-whites rise to 11 points, while Lugano remains last with 5 points.

• Living in Merone and working in Ticino as a cross-border commuter

  Living in Merone and working in Ticino: what changes regarding withholding tax, deductibles of10.000 euro, AVS, LPP and LAMal.

• IWT Pharma inaugurates new building in Casale Litta

  Expansion of approximately 9,000 sq m, investment of 15 million euros, objective to double capacity and revenue within five years.

• Sound-absorbing barriers: noise on the Varese connector road

  A reader's letter reports an echo or vibration every time a car drives on state road 707, audible in three areas of Varese, and asks ANAS when it will be resolved.

• Bellinzona Fortress: the PLR's Yes to the investment

  Bellinzona votes on 27 settembre on the Fortress: the PLR supports Message 1019, with over 14 million in economic impact and approximately 4,5 million borne by the City.

• Gazzada-Varese expressway closed on September 24

  The SS 707 Raccordo Gazzada-Varese will be closed toward Varese from 9 to 17 between km 3+100 and km 4+500 for Anas works.

• Cantonal road closed between Neggia and Fosano on 28 settembre

  The cantonal road between Neggia and Fosano will be completely closed on Monday 28 September, from 8 to 16.30, due to paving work in the municipality of Gambarogno.

• Gornate Olona: working in Ticino as a border worker

  From Gornate Olona to Ticino: border agreements in force from 1 January 2024, tax at source, exemption €10,000, AVS and LAMal.

• LPP tax refund blocked for border workers

  From 2024, the Canton of Ticino no longer reimburses the 7% tax at source on LPP capital, forcing border workers to also pay the 5% Italian substitute tax.

• Living in Brenna and working in Ticino as a border worker

  Comprehensive analysis on connections, taxation and costs for those who choose to reside in Brenna and work in Switzerland.

• Sunrise is being restructured: up to 450 seats are at risk

  The Sunrise operator announces a new repositioning plan and the possible elimination of a maximum of 450 jobs out of 2,900. Procedure in October.

• Castiglione Olona & Ticino: Guide for Border Workers

  Travel times, taxation, cost of living and transfer advice: everything border crossers need to know before choosing Castiglione Olona as an Italian base.

• Border taxes Italy Switzerland 2026: driving over 20 km

  Tax rules 2026 for border workers over 20 km: source tax, deductibles of10,000 euros and double taxation management.

• Psychic absences in Ticino: 51% end up in dismissal

  In Ticino, 51% of absences due to mental causes lead to the dissolution of the contract. The share of AI beneficiaries for psychiatric reasons rose to 51%.

• Swiss growth on the upside: GDP at 1.7% according to SECO

  The State Secretariat for the Economy revises upwards the Swiss GDP forecast for 2026 to 1.7%, driven by exports and foreign trade.

• TPL Agency: Sustainability Report and free cable cars

  The TPL Agency presents the Sustainability Report and offers a day of free access to seven cableway installations from 16 to 22 September.

• EU Digital Passport - New for Switzerland

  The European Commission is proposing the digital passport for social security and the digitalisation of diplomas, with expected impacts for Switzerland as well.