I'm not sure that Switzerland is as quiet as Francko makes out. The Scottish pipers band in the pub I was in was very loud.
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Originally posted by BlasterBates View PostThat's interesting I keep more than 60%...hmm more like 70% and 10% of gross is in a private pension which admittedly pays out when you're retired but you still get it back. It might even be transferrable but I'm not sure. You are also entitled to unemplyoment benefit, 70% of pay up to a maximum of CHF 9000 for up to 18 months."A people that elect corrupt politicians, imposters, thieves and traitors are not victims, but accomplices," George OrwellComment
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non-Swiss nationals don't necessarily have access to means tested benefits, but they are entitled to unemployment benefit and the state pension.I'm alright JackComment
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So did the guys who have contracted in there just go through the normal channels (agent contacts/jobserve)? Once you got a contract, did you then apply for the work permit? I.E is it sort of like the US in that you need a "sponsor"?
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Originally posted by SomeoneElse View PostSo did the guys who have contracted in there just go through the normal channels (agent contacts/jobserve)? Once you got a contract, did you then apply for the work permit? I.E is it sort of like the US in that you need a "sponsor"?
CheersI've seen much of the rest of the world. It is brutal and cruel and dark, Rome is the light.Comment
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