The Local Switzerland https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Switzerland in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed EXPLAINED: How can Brits visit or move to Switzerland post-Brexit? Before Brexit, UK nationals had a nearly unlimited access to Swiss residency and employment. But these rights were curtailed once Britain left the European Union. https://www.thelocal.ch/20230831/explained-how-can-brits-visit-or-move-to-switzerland-post-brexit Thu, 31 Aug 2023 17:03:58 +0200 explained-how-can-brits-visit-or-move-to-switzerland-post-brexit 8 differences between the Swiss and UK work culture From the dress code to formal greetings, Switzerland and the UK have a lot in common in the workplace. But there are some key differences that could come as a surprise. Reporter Sandra Sparrowhawk shares her experience of working in both countries. https://www.thelocal.ch/20230703/8-differences-between-the-swiss-and-uk-work-culture Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:08:48 +0200 8-differences-between-the-swiss-and-uk-work-culture What to know about Switzerland and the UK's agreement on recognising qualifications The UK is no longer part of the EU after Brexit, which means British citizens lost many of the privileges they used to enjoy in Switzerland — and vice-versa. But a new treaty is set to eliminate some of the hassles on the job front. https://www.thelocal.ch/20230615/what-to-know-about-switzerland-and-the-uks-agreement-on-recognising-qualifications Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:02:02 +0200 what-to-know-about-switzerland-and-the-uks-agreement-on-recognising-qualifications Why does Switzerland want a new trade deal with the UK? Switzerland and the UK kick off negotiations for a new free trade agreement on Monday. What exactly is at stake for Switzerland? https://www.thelocal.ch/20230515/why-does-switzerland-want-a-new-trade-deal-with-uk Mon, 15 May 2023 14:33:51 +0200 why-does-switzerland-want-a-new-trade-deal-with-uk Switzerland to seal financial services deal with UK in 2023 The British government said it expects to conclude a ground-breaking deal with Switzerland on cooperation in financial services by next year, Reuters reports. https://www.thelocal.ch/20221223/switzerland-to-seal-financial-services-deal-with-uk-in-2023 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 11:25:32 +0100 switzerland-to-seal-financial-services-deal-with-uk-in-2023 Switzerland extends professional services deal with the UK Switzerland and the UK have extended a deal that allows professionals special access to each other's markets until the end of 2025. https://www.thelocal.ch/20221121/switzerland-extends-professional-services-deal-with-the-uk Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:25:42 +0100 switzerland-extends-professional-services-deal-with-the-uk