What's next after the death of Pope Francis? | BBC News

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died aged 88.

His death has triggered a mourning period which involves centuries-old rites.

It has also set into motion the process for electing a new pontiff. A conclave can be expected to be held between 15 and 20 days after Francis's death.

The official duties are carried out by the Pope's camerlengo or chamberlain, currently Irish-American Cardinal Kevin Farrell.

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