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Trustees of Paul Cottingham Trust

Lord Michael Cashman CBE

On April 30, 2025 By Keith Stern In Trustees and Patrons

Founding trustee Michael was Paul’s husband. They were a formidable duo of 31 years. A successful actor, singer, writer and director, Michael held several positions in the Labour Party, and was an elected Member of …

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Rebecca Wheatley

On April 29, 2025 By Keith Stern In Trustees and Patrons

Trustee Rebecca is a hard-working actress, singer and presenter. She is best known as a regular on Casualty, a frequent contributor on The Wright Stuff, and touring widely in theatre. She met Paul 25 years …

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Jane Hogarth

On April 29, 2025 By Keith Stern In Trustees and Patrons

Chair of the Trust Jane and Paul shared a deep passion for social justice, equality, and good times, and they became the best of friends. Jane has worked with several charities over the last 20 …

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Tom Corcoran

On April 29, 2025 By Keith Stern In Trustees and Patrons

Trustee Tom works in Government Affairs and Public Policy in the tech industry in London and Brussels. Outside of this, he has worked with several charitable causes and is passionate about equality and the LGBTQI+ …

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Vanessa Bowcock

On April 29, 2025 By Keith Stern In Trustees and Patrons

Trustee Vanessa is a major gift fundraiser with experience across politics, culture and education. Like Paul, she has a passion for issues around equality and social justice. She was a great friend of Paul’s, and …

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Michelle Collins

On April 29, 2024 By Keith Stern In Trustees and Patrons

Trustee Michelle is a renowned actress and TV presenter. She featured in numerous theatre, film and TV productions, including EastEnders, Coronation Street, Real Women, Sunburn, and Two Thousand Acres of Sky. Michelle and Paul were …

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John Reid

On April 29, 2024 By Keith Stern In Trustees and Patrons

Ambassador for the Trust A leading force in worldwide artist management throughout the 70s, 80s and 90s, John Reid was responsible for guiding the careers of Elton John, Queen, Lionel Ritchie, Billy Connolly, Barry Humphries, …

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