"We-all," said the woman, in a voice like the wind blowing through pine trees,"wants a divorce."

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The management at Devonshire Pine in Bideford said the last six to eight months had been extremely tough for retailers.

BBC: Hours reduced at Devon pine company

Mr Waddell said the Devonshire Pine company was determined to continue.

BBC: Hours reduced at Devon pine company

Alison Pine, the school's chair of governors, said she wanted feedback from parents but was backing the move.

BBC: Views wanted on proposed move for Cirencester school