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Matteo Renzi's constitutional reforms tames the powers of parliament and regional governments. (Photo: Italian PM office)

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Renzi gambles to strengthen power

Matteo Renzi is preparing for a game of double or nothing.

Italy’s prime minister has set his sights on winning a constitutional reform referendum later this year that would allow him to seek re-election at the head of a much stronger government.

If the plebiscite does not go his way, he has promised he would quit politics.

A reform of the constitution adopted by parliament on Tuesday (12 April) is part of the biggest shake-up of Italy’s institutions since the postwar transi...

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Matteo Renzi's constitutional reforms tames the powers of parliament and regional governments. (Photo: Italian PM office)

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