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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

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JB_

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Amazing news - congratulations!!

take that good job GIF
Thank you!!

If anyone has any questions or needs any help with the process feel free to message me! This forum has been a huge help to me so I want to help others where I can!
 

ellwilsen

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Oh maybe there’s a slight delay at the London office then? I’ve applied for the Birmingham office and I’ve got my AC date as of Friday just gone.

Sounds positive if you’ve been selected before hand though, fingers crossed you’ll hear back and it’s good news!
congrats on the ac :) just out of curiosity, have you been given much notice?
 
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