Former Prime Minister, The Right Honourable Owen Arthur. (BGIS Library)

Former Prime Minister of Barbados, The Right Honourable Owen Arthur, passed away earlier today at 12.26 a.m. 

Starting today, Monday, July 27, due to the passing of the former Prime Minister,  there will be a period of national mourning for three days. In addition, all flags will be flown at half mast. 

Minister of Labour and Social Partnership Relations, Colin Jordan, will be the coordinating Minister for the funeral arrangements.

The Government of Barbados extends sincerest condolences to his wife, Julie, his daughters, Leah and Sabrina and his extended family.​

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