Born: Barnsley.
Family life: Lives with his partner Becky. Has one son, six-year-old Henry and a step-son, Finley, 8.
Downtime: He switches off by gardening and washing the car.
Strengths: A mix of determination, passion and confidence.
Limitations: His forthright opinions have sometimes landed him in hot water.
Latest gadget: A 3D television.
Last holiday abroad: A Caribbean cruise last year.