Chileans vote not to replace Pinochet-era constitution

Chileans have rejected a new constitution proposed by conservative delegates that would have affected laws in areas including abortion access, the ability to strike and rights for indigenous people.

The new charter would have replaced the current one written during the military regime of Gen Augustine Pinochet.

In a referendum on Sunday, the draft was reject by 56% of voters to 44%.

Voters had already rejected a progressive draft last year.