Marathon vote ends in Venezuela

Polling stations around Venezuela are finally closing after huge numbers turned out in a controversial referendum on President Hugo Chavez's rule.

There were reports of isolated violence, including at least one death, but correspondents say in general voting was good-natured and peaceful.

The president’s opponents called the referendum, accusing him of dictatorial behaviour and economic mismanagement.

If a majority wish to recall the president, fresh elections must be called within 30 days.