Cllr Steve Trumm, who represents South Ham, was asked to step in to canvass for what he called "the future Prime Minister, we hope". People attend a Clacton event (Image: Cllr Steve Trumm)Despite the heavy security, Cllr Trumm said Mr Farage appeared relaxed: "He was looking well, on form, he didn't look tired considering how busy he has been." Cllr Trumm linked the need for such protection to a wider culture of political hostility, pointing to attacks on Mr Farage during previous campaigns. Scenery on the campaign trail (Image: Cllr Steve Trumm)"No one with an ounce of decency would celebrate the death of someone. Cllr Steve Trumm (Image: Newsquest)"I understand why he did it.