BREAKING: First Pinay Mayor in UK Dies

Mayor Cynthia Barker

Mayor Cynthia Barker died today, 14 September. Barker was installed as mayor last June in Hertsmere.

She served as town councillor for Elstree and Borehamwood and borough councillor for Potters Bar from May 2015 to May 2019. She was re-elected to Hertsmere to represent the Borehamwood Kenilworth ward in May 2019.

“It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of The Worshipful Hertsmere Mayor Councillor Cynthia Barker following a bout of serious illness,” said Gene Alcantara, brother of Barker, on his Facebook post.

He added: “We will be issuing further information in due course, but may we ask please to respect the family's privacy at this very difficult time. Your prayers for the repose of her soul would however be welcome.”

Barker left behind an only daughter and four grandchildren.