First Minister Arlene Foster among dignitaries at John Hume's funeral
Last updated 5th Aug 2020
Mourners have started to arrive at St Eugene's Cathedral in Londonderry for the funeral of former SDLP leader John Hume.
Among those arriving for the funeral include Derry musician Phil Coulter, who is expected to play The Town I Loved So Well at the end of the service.
First Minister Arlene Foster visited the Guildhall ahead of the funeral to sign the book of condolence for Mr Hume.
Also in attendance are Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill and Chief Constable Simon Byrne.
Other dignitaries include Taoiseach Micheál Martin, President Michael D Higgins and NI Secretary of State, Brandon Lewis.
Mr Hume has been described as one of the key architects of the Good Friday Agreement and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
His funeral will take place at 11.30am.