Switzerland: Local content requirement in Amendment of Film Act
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Implemented Amendments of Film Act including local content requirement
On 1 January 2024, the Amendment to the Federal Act on Film Production and Film Culture entered into force. The Amendment introduces a requirement for streaming platforms to reserve 30 per cent of their catalogue for European content. The obligation…
SourceReferendum on the Amendment to the Federal Act on Film Production and Film Culture passed
On 15 May 2022, the Referendum on the Amendment to the Federal Act on Film Production and Film Culture passed with over 58% of the votes. The Amendment to the Federal Act on Film Production and Film Culture will thus be implemented, introducing a re…
SourceAnnounced Referendum on the Amendment to the Federal Act on Film Production and Film Culture
On 16 February 2022, the Swiss Government announced that it will organize a Referendum on 15 Mai 2022 on the Amendment to the Federal Act on Film Production and Film Culture. The Swiss electorate will determine if the Amendments will be implemented.…
SourceNational Council approves of amended Film Act including local content requirement
The Swiss National Council has approved the amended Film Act that introduces a requirement for streaming platforms to reserve 30 per cent of their catalogue for European content. The obligation applies to companies that bear editorial responsibility…
SourceFederal Council proposes Amendments to Film Act including local content requirement
The Swiss Federal Council proposes amendments to the Swiss Film Act. Specifically, the proposal requires electronic film providers to reserve 30 per cent of their film catalogue for European films. The obligation applies to companies that bear edito…
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