if it makes you feel better, I waited four-and-a-half years.
Ditto! We can't be faulted on patience hey?
Anyway, for those who do not pass a stage and wish to reapply, I understand that you can do so when a period of 12 months has elapsed since you
applied rather than 12 months since the stage you didn't pass. I'm sure I'll be corrected if this is not the case...