in one piece

But instead of dismantling it, engineers are moving it in one piece, supported by steel beams and carried on self-propelled modular transporters.

"I think it adds an extra layer. It's already stressful worrying if your chair is going to be in one piece when you arrive and on top of that you feel like they hate you as a passenger."

In a statement published online, customs officials said they had identified irregularities in one piece of luggage, prompting them to track down the owner.

Clarke, of Durham Street in Bishop Auckland, escalated to threats, telling Mr Rushworth: "I can't wait until your next public appearance, you'll be lucky to leave in one piece."

"Fortunately, we got our beloved's body intact, in one piece," he says.