13 June 2024, 11:35 | Updated: 13 June 2024, 11:39

By Henry Riley

Nigel Farage is undoubtedly one of the great survivors of British politics. The controversial ex-UKIP leader is now back at the forefront of campaigning - why? Because he smells blood, and the opportunity to hammer the Conservatives is too irresistible a challenge to ignore.

Cast your mind back to the 2015 seven-way leaders debate - Mr Farage dominated proceedings. He has seen off countless political party leaders over the years. This time, however, he is hoping to bury the Tory party once and for all. It’s personal.

Since Mr Farage parachuted himself back to the helm of Reform UK (previously the Brexit Party) he has hardly had a moment to enjoy a pint of Spitfire with a side of Benson & Hedges.

Relentless media exposure has included a grilling over controversial candidates, and rightful condemnation of the appalling behaviour aimed at him on campaign visits - with objects lobbed towards him.

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