John may I be the next one to congratulate you on this milestone and also the stress you must of endured regarding not been able to meet the financial requirements.

It goes to show that as Peter as said that this takes a lot of worries of people's minds regarding circumstances changing and a sensible and correct decision from UKVI in this matter.

I hope Slip can read this and others if they are worried in the future that the law is on their side especially in cases of a British child which I have stipulated on other posts.

So John 10 year route it is and yes more expense but a little more less stress cheers to you guys and take care...