In this exclusive interview from May 2014 - thought to be her first ever newspaper interview (and the only one she has so far given) - Kirsten Farage talked about her husband Nigel's drinking, alleged racism, how his work affects the family and why he loves Dads' Army so much

Nigel Farage’s wife has revealed her fears about his pub-loving lifestyle, saying that UK Independence Party leader “drinks and smokes too much”.

Kirsten Farage said she was worried that his “hectic” lifestyle, in which he skips meals and lives on adrenalin, will take its toll on him.

Mrs Farage lifted the lid on life with Mr Farage who this week led Ukip to victory in the European Parliament elections.