I am deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Mayor Cynthia Barker.
I had always seen her at community events over the years, but had never really got to bond with her until we got to travel to the Philippines together in Dec 2017 on a Megaworld tour that we were both invited to. On our first night in Manila, Cynthia kindly agreed to go with me to Resorts World and we went to a lovely restaurant together. We also spent a night on the town with Carol Panday which was lovely.
Cynthia was a truly amazing, inspirational lady who has done so much for both the Philippines, but also for women, life in the UK and British politics.
She will be very sorely missed by so many people, including myself. She really was inspirational and a real ambassador of both the Philippines and the United Kingdom.
Deepest condolences to her family and friends. I’m truly gutted and shocked to hear this news. RIP Cynthia. 
