Could Dependant's Visa mess up my Unmarried Partner's Visa?

[hip999]

I intend to apply for an Unmarried Partner's Visa (UPV) and am sure that all requirements are fully covered.

I also wish to bring my son into the UK as a dependent and assumed I would apply for his Visa at the same time (on my application form) but I have been told that if he is refused then my UPV application will also be refused.

Is that true and, if so, would it be best if I submit my own Visa application first and then his after I receive mine? Are their any disadvantages to doing it in that way?

[vinny]

Please continue in previous thread.