Barbados is closing all fish markets and fish landing sites early on Monday, June 15, at 2:00 p.m., following the sudden death of Chief Fisheries Officer Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox. The Ministry of the Environment, National Beautification and Fisheries announces the shutdown for the day and applies it across the country’s fish markets and landing locations. According to the ministry, the early closure is intended to give staff time to access grief counselling and to mark respect for Dr. Cox. Both outlets report that the decision is being implemented for today only, with normal operations expected to resume afterward, depending on further guidance. The reports describe Dr. Cox’s death as sudden and frame the closure as a sign of respect and support for employees and those involved in the fisheries sector. No additional details about arrangements or the timing of any memorial activities are provided in the articles.