The Elected Prime Minister has to present himself with his completed team of Ministers to the cantonal Parliament for a vote of confidence within thirty (30) days from his election as Prime Minister.
The new Prime Minister takes office as soon as elected. His Team (the Ministers) take office as soon as appointed, but no longer than thirty (30) days from his election (i.e. before they present themselves for a vote of confidence). During such time, the newly elected Prime Minister and his appointed Ministers have “Care Taking” powers. They will maintain Care Taking powers until they receive a vote of confidence.
If the motion of the cantonal Government for a vote of confidence is not supported by the majority of the Members of the cantonal Parliament (be it a “swore-in” vote of confidence or a subsequent vote of confidence), the Prime Minister may dissolve the cantonal Parliament within twenty-one (21) days thereof, and call for general elections within a period of ninety (90) days following such dissolution.
In case the Prime Minister and his government are unable to organize general elections within such ninety (90) day period, then they are automatically considered a “Care Taker” government, strcito sensu. The cantonal Government will remain a “Care Taker” government until proper elections are held and the cantonal Government is granted a vote of confidence.
