Swiss Shops Will Not Be Open More Often On Sundays

2026-06-09 02:16:12

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) The Senate has rejected a proposal to allow stores in Switzerland to open on 12 Sundays a year, compared with the current four. Select your language

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Français fr Les magasins ne seront pas ouverts plus souvent le dimanche Original Read more: Les magasins ne seront pas ouverts plus souvent le dim

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After the debate on Tuesday, the Senate decided, by 22 votes against 21 with one abstention, not to consider the draft of its Economic Affairs and Taxation Committee. A“Sunday alliance” of members from the Social Democratic Party, the Green Party, the Centre Party, and the Swiss People's Party prevailed.

The issue now goes to the House of Representatives.

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The debate over more flexible shop opening hours has long been a recurring issue in Switzerland and, from Monday to Saturday, falls under cantonal responsibility. When it comes to Sundays, federal law applies, in particular the Labour Act.

Municipalities and cantons may authorise a maximum of four Sundays per year for permit-free Sunday sales. For the time being, this will remain the case.

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