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Swiss renters up in arms

Falsification of figures, excessive rents: since 2000 Swiss rents have increased at a rate of 50%. And while people are pointing the finger at landlords and letting agencies, the Swiss Tenants’ Association’s initiative for more affordable housing has been rejected by Parliament.

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