The local press in Southampton reports that QE2 may make a dramatic return to Southampton. The Daily Echo reports sources, connected with the Port of Southampton, that the port authorities have been approached regarding the return of the QE2 to Southampton.
The story reports that the QE2 may once again carry fare-paying passengers to Southampton; it suggests other ports of call have also been approached about hosting the ship. Citing the apparent delays to the planned refurbishment of the QE2 in Dubai, the story reports little has happened to the QE2 since she arrived back in November 2008, confirming rumours on the Internet.
Following the publication of the story both Cunard and Nakheel have dismissed the story as untrue, Cunard stating that their permission would be required for such a plan and Nakheel that plans for the future of the QE2 are continuing in Dubai.
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