You checked your spam and all? London embassy was fantastic with me. Never failed to answer emails and I received COE within 2 hours. Good luck with your search.
This announcement has a different vibe about it. I believe this time will happen. The finance minister has already reported that the economy will not stand another year without tourism. The people here are geared up for this reopening. Let's hope I'm not wrong.
Don't worry. I'm on the same visa. Same situation. Do your 90 days (visit immigration about 1 month after you arrive they should guide you through the process) then covid extension then family visit visa. Gives you well over 6 months stay.
I had this problem before. I'm afraid it is very difficult to get covid insurance for a specific number of days. They seem to sell in groups like 1 month 6 months 1 years.