Concerns were raised that a select committee might be ‘a very good and highly-qualified talking shop’ but ignored by the Government.

The First Minister was speaking after Sir Keir Starmer’s UK Government was forced into a last-minute climbdown.

Legislation passed in the Commons on Wednesday as MPs voted 385 to 26, majority 359 in favour of proscribing the group under the Terrorism Act 2000.

An investigation into Admiral Sir Ben Key’s behaviour resulted in the termination of his service and commission.