Peter Hegglin
Peter Hegglin is a Swiss politician representing the Christian Democratic People's Party (CVP) in the Federal Council. Known for his pragmatic approach to fiscal policy, he has been a vocal advocate for maintaining Switzerland's debt brake, which limits federal deficits. Hegglin emphasizes the importance of balancing increased military spending with the need for responsible taxation, suggesting that citizens should be presented with tax increases rather than allowing for excessive borrowing. His recent statements reflect a commitment to fiscal discipline while addressing the needs of national defense.
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Peter Hegglin is a representative from Zug who expressed concerns about the efficiency of the Federal Administrative Court.
St. Galler Asylrichter: Unmut über grosszügige Entscheide
Switzerland· 2026-02-24
Peter Hegglin is a Zuger Mitte senator who discussed the need for standardization and centralization of administrative processes in unemployment insurance.
Wegen IT-Panne rückt üppige Verwaltung bei Arbeitslosenkassen in FokusSwitzerland· 2026-02-08
Peter Hegglin is a Mitte-Ständerat from the Canton of Zug who expressed his frustration over the SVP initiative.
Die Gegner starten zerstritten in den AbstimmungskampfSwitzerland· 2025-12-21
Peter Hegglin opposed the new social benefit in the Ständerat.
neue Sozialleistung für Eltern beschlossenSwitzerland· 2025-12-19
Peter Hegglin, a financial politician and member of the Zug cantonal council, expressed surprise that the entire purchase was made in dollars.
Finnen sind cleverer als Schweizer und profitieren vom fallenden DollarSwitzerland· 2025-12-14
Peter Hegglin is the Zuger Mitte-Ständerat who originally submitted the proposal for budget cuts.
Weniger Öffentlichkeitsarbeit vom Staat geplantSwitzerland· 2025-12-09
Peter Hegglin is a Swiss politician who expressed concern over Israel's actions in Gaza.
Soll man Israel boykottieren?Switzerland· 2025-09-21
Peter Hegglin noted the emergence of a lucrative business area for companies employing family caregivers.
Krankenkassen schlagen Alarm: Missbrauch bei AngehörigenpflegeSwitzerland· 2025-05-24
Peter Hegglin is a member of the Ständerat who supports the requirement for the Ständemehr.
Der Aufstand der konservativen StänderäteSwitzerland· 2025-05-04
Peter Hegglin proposed a motion that questions the current contract obligation for health insurers.
Freie Arztwahl, ade? Krankenkassen stärken ihre PositionSwitzerland· 2025-03-13
Peter Hegglin suggested that if additional spending for the army is deemed necessary, a tax increase should be proposed to citizens.
Schweizer Finanzpolitiker halten an Schuldenbremse festSwitzerland· 2025-03-07
