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Swiss Voters Reject Fee Cut, Support Media Funding

3/9/2026

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  • On March 8, 2026, Swiss voters rejected a referendum to cut the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation license fee from 335 Swiss francs to 200 Swiss francs, with about 62% voting against.
  • The measure was backed mainly by the right-wing Swiss People's Party.
  • Critics warned that funding cuts would weaken media and increase disinformation.
  • Voters also supported a proposal to enshrine cash availability in the constitution.