The chief executive of BBC News, Deborah Turness, also announced her resignation following a week of controversy.

Tim Davie’s successor will be appointed by the BBC Board which ensures the corporation delivers its mission and public purposes.

Northern Ireland’s leaders have laid wreaths in Belfast and President Higgins has attended a service in Dublin.

The 40-year-old has yet to post a top-three finish in 21 appearances for Ferrari since his much-hyped transfer from Mercedes.