The introduction of an electronic identity (e-ID) appeals to a large majority of Swiss citizens, but the diaspora is more sceptical, according to the first SBC poll ahead of the referendum on September 28. The abolition of imputed rental value tax for homeowners also enjoys majority support. Supporters of an electronic identity are entering the key campaigning season with a comfortable lead. The legal basis for a state-owned, optional and free e-ID seems to be on track to be accepted on September 28. With just over a month to go before the vote, 60% of citizens support the e-ID law, while 36% are against it and 4% are still undecided, according to the first Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC) poll conducted by gfs.bern. However, the Swiss Abroad are more reserved: only 52% of expatriates are in favour of the law that provides for the introduction of an electronic identity, while 38% intend to reject it. However, 10% are still undecided. The relative scepticism of the diaspora is ...
