Thanks Joe,
I am applying for unmarried partner and my daughter settlement visas. They are currently in The Phils. I was thinking that as my case is borderline then if the settlement visa application is denied I might be able to persuade the ECO to make this NCC2 referral back to London. I've heard that this is possible for relationships of less than 2 years where there are children involved.
I think you are right that this department is primarily concerned with human rights issues and I have no idea how long such a referral would take.
Cheers
Geordie
