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@Jessica Booker Hi Jessica,
If I'm due to start my training contract in February 2027, do you have any idea of when would I start the SQE prep course?
I would speak to your firm about this as there could be flexibility if there are two trainee intakes a year and if you are available to start it sometime this year.
 

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