Earlier this morning, the unfortunate passing away of shadow Minister for Tourism, Robert Arrigo, was announced.

He passed away earlier this morning at the age of 67 after a battle with cancer.

He was a major player within the tourism business in Malta and worked hard to see Malta’s tourism sector continue moving forward.

Apart from working tirelessly within the tourism industry, he also served as the mayor of Sliema and the Sliema Wanderers football club President.

Robert Arrigo was married to Marina and the couple shared two children together.

Rest in peace!

Facebook/Robert Arrigo