The vessel will house up to 506 people in 222 en-suite bedrooms who will be free to come and go while their asylum claims are processed It also has 'delicious, nutritious food' in its restaurant and Wi-Fi throughout the ship. The barge includes a gym, games room and bar. There has also been a backlash from charities and human rights campaigners who say the accommodation is not fit for people fleeing war. This is despite suggestions that local councils could be paid up to £3,500 per migrant to accept barges in their ports. However, the Government is facing stiff local opposition to positioning the Bibby Stockholm at a popular beauty spot. There will also be round-the-clock security on board to 'minimise the disruption to local communities'. 'Therefore, it is best to contact the cruise line involved for the most up-to-date information.' But it has now removed the dates, with a source telling The Times that bosses feared far-Right activists would arrange protests when there were large numbers of tourists in the area to maximise their impact.Ī Portland Port spokesman, when asked about the report, said: 'All cruise calls are proceeding as normal at Portland Port but arrivals and departures are subject to change, as they are at any port.
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