Despite recent rumors of unrest within The Libertines, the band's website has reported: "The Libertines are not splitting up and their future is secure."

The band is going ahead with their UK tour even though guitarist / vocalist Peter Doherty will not be appearing at shows. Carl Barat will front the band for the tour with 21 year old east Londoner Nick (no last name) filling in on guitar. The band's website posted "Peter is unwell and the band are very concerned for his well being, they have told him out of concern for his health that he needs to get better before he can rejoin them. They also want it to be known they fully support him through this difficult time… It was an extremely difficult decision for Carl, Gary and John to continue with the tour, but they decided they would proceed so as not to disappoint their fans, who they trust will understand the adverse situation they are in."