Other well-know figures who backed the trust's appeal included chef Rick Stein, actor Richard E Grant, yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur and comedian Paul O'Grady.

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Singer and World War II forces sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn, actor Richard E Grant, yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur, comedian Paul O'Grady, and actress Dame Judi Dench are among well-known figures who have given their support to the campaign.

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"Many advertisers can live without 'Ellen' in their marketing schedule since it is only a marginal hit, " said ad exec Paul Schulman.

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