Christine wants to rejoin the band according to The Guardian

[Phil]

It will come as no surprise to anyone that I am not a major fan of Christine's and yet I am thrilled beyond belief that she may be returning to the fold. My hope is that all five of them get down to business as soon as possible and commence work on an album (as a unit). I am not fussed about whether they tour or not and would actually be mightily pissed off if they went out on the road as a quintet before the recording of an album was undertaken.
Christine's recent compositions, whether written with a solo project in mind or not, will no doubt be re-fashioned by Lindsey and will be all the better for it. I was never fond of the In The Meantime album and believe the reason for this was the lacklustre production. Only recently have I discovered that some of those songs were half decent, but perhaps could have been transformed into something wonderful with a more inventive approach, the right rhythm section and those oh so unique vocal harmonies... Of course, many would say that the Say You Will album suffered in part due to the exclusion of Christine's presence. I must say I didn't miss her at the time of it's release, but upon reflection, believe certain songs could have benefited from her contributions (Illume comes to mind - a promising track just crying out for Chris's piano hooks and backing vocals).
The former stumbling block regarding a new album, Miss Nicks, will have to carefully consider her next move. If she has been writing for a solo album, will she hand over some of these, write specifically or dredge up some ancient demos? This is the perfect opportunity for the likes of The Dealer, China Doll, Mistaken Love and She Loves Him Still, amongst many others, to make their debut on record. Pull your finger out Madam!
As for Lindsey, well he must be torn because he wants this elusive album to come to fruition and yet perhaps does not wish to relinquish creative control as he no doubt will if Christine is on board. I imagine part of him relishes the chance to collaborate with her again after all this time, but it will come at a cost. As unfortunate as it may be, John's illness may just be the catalyst for all egos and differences to be put aside, once and for all. Trotters crossed...
PS How about "Fireflies" as a working title? Stevie's original composition could also make it's studio debut - now that would be something!