It wouldn't hurt your chances to let them know, if on the original application the earlier date was available then they would just consider you with everyone else that applied for that date. If it wasn't then it would be a matter of business need and if they have the space in the earlier cohort, either way I don't see how it would harm your application.
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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was expecting something - anything - today. An AC, a TC outcome?
Just a Kingsley Napley test though.....
Just a Kingsley Napley test though.....
Congratulations man, I'm hearing alot of people getting thier ACs for that firm, does anyone know if they hold multiple ACs or nah?King and Spalding AC!! Wasn’t expecting this at all tbh. Idk how I’m gna prepare…
we were given a choice of 3 days
If you dont mind me asking, which days, as I might have barred myself due to my availability this month
i'm also holding onto this hahaha ! if it's a rejection, i would prefer it outright rather than the suspenseWould I be delusional to hope that Kind & Spalding are sending ACs in batches
If you dont mind me asking, which days, as I might have barred myself due to my availability this month
we had the choice of the 29th, 30th of april and 1st of may. Said we had until next week to confirm if we can attend. I’m assuming they won’t send PFOs until people have confirmed they’re going, assuming there’s a reserve list or somethingi'm also holding onto this hahaha ! if it's a rejection, i would prefer it outright rather than the suspense
Thought that it’s a pfo from Kingsley napley as people already got invites earlier in the day - I just got the invite a minute ago so anyone waiting, don’t lose hope! 
Edit - the test isn’t automatic right?
Edit - the test isn’t automatic right?
I have a vac scheme with them in June and they said that acs for dtc will be in June so I guess it’ll take a bit longer to hear back from them!
I received a TC offer from them last year as an undergraduate so not necessary as long as you have experiences to discuss in STAR situations and can evidence why you want to be in the Civil Service law specifically!
Hey!
I am doing well, thank you - hope you are too!
This is a really common issue, so you definitely aren't alone - I'm also someone who hates an awkward silence, so this used to be my worst fear!
One thing I'd add to what has already been said in this thread (+ I agree with signposting to the interviewers that you are taking a moment to think) is that if you are really stuck, it is usually much better to acknowledge that and talk through your thought process, rather than sitting in silence. Interviewers aren't necessarily expecting perfect answers to absolutely everything, and they are often much more interested in how you think and approach questions.
Therefore, instead of a long pause, you could say something along the lines of: "That is a tricky question - my initial thought is..." or "I'm not entirely sure, but I'd approach it by considering...". This shows that you can stay composed under pressure but still engage with the question, even when you are unsure.
I've always found that talking it through will actually help you get to a strong answer anyway, and sometimes interviewers will give you follow-up questions or hints so that you can elaborate further. Even if you don't land on a perfect conclusion, demonstrating a clear and logical approach is far more valuable than saying nothing for too long.
I hope that helps!!
Hey!
This is definitely something you can flag, and I think it is very unlikely to hurt your chances.
Firms sometimes have spaces open up in earlier cohorts for a variety of reasons, so it can actually be useful for them to know that there are candidates who are available to start sooner. Even if they can't accommodate an earlier start date, you wouldn't be disadvantaging yourself by letting them know.
I would just keep it straightforward and explain that your circumstances have changed since applying which means you are available to start a year earlier, while also reaffirming that you are still happy with the original start date you applied for if an earlier start isn't possible.
I don't think there us any real downside to sharing this information, and it may even work in your favour if any earlier spaces become available
Thought that it’s a pfo from Kingsley napley as people already got invites earlier in the day - I just got the invite a minute ago so anyone waiting, don’t lose hope!
Edit - the test isn’t automatic right?
I don’t think the test is automatic, otherwise surely they’d have just sent them out on Tuesday when they initially said they would!
Does anyone have insight on Harbottle's AC? Think they've only organised AC for 1 to 2 years..
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