Media companies increase security precautions

This was confirmed by the Zurich city police to the SDA news agency. The media companies have been involved in an assessment of the situation, they said on request.

The NZZ is also in contact with the city police. So far, however, there are no indications of an increased risk for NZZ employees, said a company spokeswoman.

SRG is constantly analyzing the risks and security measures, explained spokesperson Daniel Steiner on request. However, this was already the case before the attack on Charlie Hebdo. Steiner would not say what specific measures had been taken. However, security has been increased in various editorial offices. However, there can never be zero risk.

Ringier is also keeping a low profile. The company has a comprehensive security plan in place at its sites, according to an inquiry. For security reasons, however, the company is not providing any details. Particular attention is being paid to exposed editorial offices. Following yesterday's events in Paris, all relevant departments have been made aware of the issue internally. According to Blick.ch, more police patrols can also be seen outside the Ringier press building, where the Blick editorial office is located. 

Tamedia is closely monitoring developments following the attack, the company said on request. However, the company had already introduced appropriate security measures several years ago.

No evidence of threats to the federal government

No additional measures are planned to protect the Federal Palace media center. The Federal Security Service is responsible for this. There are currently no indications of specific threats or even concrete plans for attacks, said Stefan Kunfermann, spokesman for the Federal Office of Police (fedpol), on request. (SDA)

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