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<p>The Department continues to closely monitor the volume of MA applications. We are
aware of the current increase in outstanding MA applications, due to recent staff
changes and we are working to resolve this.</p><p> </p><p>We are urgently training
new colleagues on this area of work and we expect work volumes to decline from mid-November
onwards. We would advise people to apply as soon as they are eligible, 14 weeks before
the week when their baby is due. We are fast tracking any emergency cases.</p>
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