Federal Council wishes to improve and simplify control of senior management salaries at its companies limited by shares
Bern, 15.1.2025 - During its meeting on 15 January 2025, the Federal Council decided to adjust the procedure for setting the upper limits for top executives' salaries at companies affiliated with the Confederation. The setting and monitoring of salary caps at federal companies limited by shares are to become more efficient and modern. The Federal Council instructed the Federal Department of Finance to submit corresponding proposals to it. In addition, it temporarily granted the companies limited reserves for 2026 and 2027 remuneration, but their use is subject to certain conditions. Finally, it called for greater transparency in remuneration reports.