My stage 1 application was also rejected from the British Academy so I’ve also decided to apply for review as their main concern is that I don’t meet the criteria for being an active researcher although I am employed by the uk government and leading one of their research programmes. The application ...

I hope all works well

Any update on your review?

Yes I also read about people with just a post doc job offer after PhD and no substantial publications who received endorsement.
Was your reference letter by a uk professor?

What field is your specialisation? And what field did you apply for endorsement?

I hope it is approved during the review but if it is not you can apply again when you have another 1-2 publications

Are you employed in uk? Or somewhere else? Which category did you apply for?

Are you employed? Or have a research post?