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Dame Barbara Windsor’s widower to become dementia ‘people’s champion’

Source: PA Archive

Dame Barbara Windsor’s widower Scott Mitchell has been appointed “people’s champion” of the UK’s dementia mission, which was launched in memory of beloved star.

Mr Mitchell said he was “honoured” to carry on his wife’s campaigning work to help people with the condition.

He praised the “bravery” of the former EastEnders and Carry On actress, saying that her work had

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