Somethings is happening at last…
Phone call this morning to say 2 passports are being looked at now and should be printed today and sent out Yay!!!! (Travel next Thursday). Was advised other passport at different office so need to try and contact them. called the main line straight after and got attempted to be put through, then told they too busy at moment so call back at 12:00. 10 mins later got confirmation emails that the two passports have been approved and awaiting delivery.
So 1 week left till travel, should get 2/3 next 2 days. Just the last one to keep chasing now so fingers crossed!!!