Salaam,
Have sabar people, i have gone through some very painful time too, to the point i was physically sick because due to the impense stress caused. Alhamdullilah just before 12 weeks came close i was mentally prepared for the reply, even if it was rejected, why? Because life is full of twists and I am a firm believer everything happens for a reason! My humble advise to all is to TRY TO HAVE SABR! Because you never know there may well be something good in it for you... Although my ordeal was over in 11th week from application date (thats including all the public holidays and weekends) im glad it took longer but the outcome is very fruitful

but nowadays its seems they are taking abit longer with most applications.
Im not sure about all VACs but ISB replied to my wife's application just after 6pm, so watch out bros/sisters.
Best of luck all and try to do sabr, LOTS OF SABR!!