The Council of States has 46 members who represent the cantons. Each canton has two representatives, except the former half-cantons, which have only one representative.

Swiss Parliament – National Council

The Council of States has 46 members who represent the cantons. Each canton has two representatives, except the former half-cantons, which have only one representative.

Council of States – Swiss Parliament

The 246 members of parliament are elected by the people every four years. They represent the interests of the various language communities, political parties, world views and regions in Switzerland.

• Swiss Parliament – members of the National Council

• Swiss Parliament – members of the Council of States

The members of parliament meet regularly during session, in particular to vote on federal legislation. However, a significant part of Parliament’s work is done by the parliamentary committees while Parliament is not in session. The task of these committees is to discuss issues in advance of the sessions and to present proposals to their respective chambers.

• Activities of the members of parliament

• Swiss Parliament – sessions

• Swiss Parliament – committees