article_snippet.sent: A swimming pool on the banks of the Thames is one step closer to becoming a reality following lobbying by celebrity backers - with
article_snippet.sent: the plans have moved far quicker than an initial ten-year initiative to clean up the Thames for swimmers with the aid of celebrities such as artist Tracy Emin and David Walliams.
article_snippet.sent: Tracy Emin said Tracy Emin couldn't believe how underused the Thames the Thames is adding 'If you could swim in the Thames, it'd be incredible' Professional bodies such as the Royal Academy of Arts, New London Architecture and many others have also pledged incredible' Professional bodies such as the Royal Academy of Arts, New London Architecture and many others support for the scheme.
article_snippet.sent: we want Londoners, swimmers and anyone passionate about urban waterways to show swimmers and anyone support for this project and what better way than a very public campaign.'
article_snippet.sent: the scheme is hoping to raise a total of £125,000 within 30 days and a donation of £50 will entitle members to 12 swims.
highlights_snippet.sent: Heated open-air swimming pool to open on the Thames in two years' time .
  
highlights_snippet.sent: Celebrity backers Tracy Emin and David Walliams speeded the plans along .
  