ROME (Reuters) - Prime Minister Matteo Renzi's ruling party patched up its internal divisions and reached agreement on a contested reform of Italy's upper house of parliament on Wednesday, meaning it is likely to pass into law.
However, hoping to derail a bill that Renzi says is vital to the future of his government, the opposition Northern League party presented a record 82 million amendments -- a manoeuvre which will complicate and possibly prolong the debate.
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