Lessons for the world from Italy’s coronavirus epicentre

The number of Covid-19 deaths has risen again in the northern Italian region of Lombardy.

Optimism about a further easing of lockdown on Monday has been tempered by fear of a second wave, and questions about why this wealthy area was so badly hit.

Our international editor, Lindsey Hilsum is in Bergamo, the worst hit province. She told us if there were any lessons they’re learning that could be relevant to the UK.