AS mentioned previously, I got the call yesterday from Peterborough to say my son’s passport could be collected from Glasgow post 2pm tomorrow (ie today). I have since had the standard automated messages telling me that the passport has been approved and printed. On the printed message it says it will be sent to the courier etc etc. I am assuming this is just the standard message and that the can’t update to say it is available for collection as required.
I don’t plan to go to Glasgow until tomorrow to collect as I have to fit it around my work. Also, my wife cannot collect the passport despite being on Mat Leave, as I signed the application. The only way she could collect was for me to send a letter (possibly an email) to HMPO giving her permission (not going down this route as too much hassle – luckily I have an understanding boss).