it depends on your MP some are helpful some are not.In My case i tried he inquired UKBA but was told i have to still wait caseworker will be allocated shortly its now 8 months waiting on spouse visa.
it seem this delays are normal i had my application on 23rd Sept 2011 up to now nothing they just tell me the application is in process.just have to wait i suppose.
IMMIGRATION HISTORY On 16th June 2011 I launched an application for further leave to remain on form FLR (O) because my wife is a serving member of British Armed Forces as a dependant of exempt HM forces. My initial spouse visa was expiring on 06th July 2011 which I got in my country on 21st August ...