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Switzerland moves to open labour market to Protection S holders and Swiss-trained third-country graduates
The Federal Council has forwarded a bill to Parliament that would let Protection S refugees change canton after a year in work and give Swiss-trained third-country nationals a six-month job-search permit plus streamlined work-permit access. The move could unlock thousands of additional workers for Swiss employers, reduce welfare costs and curb the loss of locally educated talent to rival markets.
Bern announces 10-day Schengen border checks ahead of G7 Évian summit
Switzerland will reinstate land, lake, rail and airport checks from 10 to 19 June 2026 to secure the nearby G7 summit, affecting thousands of cross-border commuters and business travellers. Companies are urged to plan for possible delays and ensure staff carry passports or residence permits.