The Eagle S is flagged in the Cook Islands but was described by Finnish customs officials as a suspected part of Russia’s so-called shadow fleet.

Anti-hunt campaigners are calling for ministers to set out a timetable for change but the Countryside Alliance says it is unjustified.

Actor Michelle Collins has said her EastEnders character Cindy Beale is “a woman on the edge” as she reflected on the explosive Christmas Day goings-on.