Greetings from Manila. It seems I have brought the rain with me. This is an Email my wife has just received from the British Embassy. My interpretation is that they will not be reviewing the decision made by the ECO and instead we will have to go to full hearing in the UK. I think I now need to look for some expert assistance with our case and would be grateful for any recommendations anybody may have.

Dear Applicant,

You may wish to be aware that your appeal paper has been forwarded to the appropriate authorities in the United Kingdom via diplomatic bag leaving Manila on 18/07/2012.

Any enquiries related to your appeal must be made direct to the Appellate Authorities in the United Kingdom at the following contact details