Italian regions go to the polls in Europe's latest referendums on autonomy

a55m votes in Lombardy and Veneto are non-binding, but could send strong message to Rome

Two of Italy's richest regions are holding referendums on greater autonomy on Sunday, in the latest push by European regions to wrest more power from the centre.

Lombardy and Veneto, between them home to a quarter of Italy's population, are seeking semi-autonomy, giving them more control over their finances and administration.