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Evening Standard
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Sami Quadri

Switzerland to spend £200m upgrading nuclear shelters amid rising global tensions

A Swiss flag is seen on a bunk bed in an atomic shelter - (Reuters)

Switzerland is set to modernise its nationwide network of nuclear shelters, with plans for a £200 million upgrade prompted by growing international uncertainty following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Swiss system, established by law in 1963, guarantees bunker space for all 9 million residents, including foreigners and refugees, setting it apart from neighbouring countries like Germany.

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