Congratulations to you, that's great news.
I still have not heard, though I did call the Manpower number again on 28th October for an update.
They are now telling me that all checks are OK, but as I had a conversation with OH Assist and may need a workplace assessment (I need an adjustable chair for a spinal problem) that they may be waiting to do all of those before giving a start date. (Not sure how they can assess something if you afe not there)
Bit weird but Hey Ho More waiting.