diff --git a/app/mailers/teacher_mailer.rb b/app/mailers/teacher_mailer.rb
index f0040275f7..44b6f61ac5 100644
--- a/app/mailers/teacher_mailer.rb
+++ b/app/mailers/teacher_mailer.rb
@@ -49,11 +49,17 @@ def application_not_submitted
   end
 
   def application_received
-    view_mail(
-      GOVUK_NOTIFY_TEMPLATE_ID,
-      to: teacher.email,
-      subject: I18n.t("mailer.teacher.application_received.subject"),
-    )
+    subject =
+      if @application_form.teaching_authority_provides_written_statement
+        I18n.t(
+          "mailer.teacher.application_received.subject.awaiting_document",
+          certificate: region_certificate_name(region),
+        )
+      else
+        I18n.t("mailer.teacher.application_received.subject.without_document")
+      end
+
+    view_mail(GOVUK_NOTIFY_TEMPLATE_ID, to: teacher.email, subject:)
   end
 
   def consent_reminder
@@ -93,6 +99,8 @@ def further_information_received
   end
 
   def further_information_requested
+    @further_information_request = params[:further_information_request]
+
     view_mail(
       GOVUK_NOTIFY_TEMPLATE_ID,
       to: teacher.email,
diff --git a/app/services/request_further_information.rb b/app/services/request_further_information.rb
index 5bedd96074..a9d0fa0d62 100644
--- a/app/services/request_further_information.rb
+++ b/app/services/request_further_information.rb
@@ -11,8 +11,7 @@ def initialize(assessment:, user:)
   def call
     raise AlreadyExists if assessment.further_information_requests.exists?
 
-    create_and_request
-    send_email
+    send_email(create_and_request)
   end
 
   class AlreadyExists < StandardError
@@ -47,11 +46,12 @@ def create_and_request
     end
   end
 
-  def send_email
+  def send_email(further_information_request)
     DeliverEmail.call(
       application_form:,
       mailer: TeacherMailer,
       action: :further_information_requested,
+      further_information_request:,
     )
   end
 end
diff --git a/app/views/shared/teacher_mailer/_any_questions_contact.text.erb b/app/views/shared/teacher_mailer/_any_questions_contact.text.erb
index ee5e1baa1f..aef4a3fc54 100644
--- a/app/views/shared/teacher_mailer/_any_questions_contact.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/shared/teacher_mailer/_any_questions_contact.text.erb
@@ -1 +1 @@
-If you have any questions, contact: [<%= t("service.email.enquiries") %>](mailto:<%= t("service.email.enquiries") %>)
+Contact [<%= t("service.email.enquiries") %>](mailto:<%= t("service.email.enquiries") %>) with queries. We aim to respond within 5 working days. Please note we will not be able to give you progress updates on your application.
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_not_submitted.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_not_submitted.text.erb
index ddc0afcacd..57e3df3eff 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_not_submitted.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_not_submitted.text.erb
@@ -2,27 +2,24 @@ Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
 <% case @number_of_reminders_sent %>
 <% when 0 %>
-We’ve noticed that you have a draft application for qualified teacher status (QTS) that has not been submitted.
+You have a draft application for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England that has not been submitted.
 
-We need to let you know that if you do not complete and submit your application by <%= @application_form.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %> we’ll delete the application.
+Applications need to be submitted within 6 months of being started. If you do not complete and submit your application by <%= @application_form.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %> it will be deleted.
 <% when 1 %>
-We contacted you a week ago about your draft application for qualified teacher status (QTS).
+We recently contacted you about your draft application for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England that has not been submitted.
 
-If you do not complete and submit your application by <%= @application_form.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %> we’ll delete the application.
+Applications need to be submitted within 6 months of being started. If you do not complete and submit your application by <%= @application_form.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %> it will be deleted.
 <% end %>
 
 # What happens if your application is deleted?
 
-We’re required to delete any QTS applications that are not submitted within 6 months of being started.
+If you do not submit your application before the above date it will be deleted permanently. If you still want to apply for QTS after that date you’ll need to start a new application.
 
-Applications are deleted permanently, so if you still wanted to apply for QTS after that date, you’d need to begin a brand new application.
+# What you can do
+If you still want to apply for QTS you must do so by <%= @application_form.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %>. You can sign in using the link below to complete and submit your application.
 
-# Your next steps
+[Sign in to your application](<%= new_teacher_session_url %>)
 
-If you still want to apply for QTS you must do so before <%= @application_form.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %>. You can sign in to complete and submit your application using the link below:
-
-<%= new_teacher_session_url %>
-
-If you no longer want to apply, you do not need to take any action.
+If you no longer want to apply, you do not need to take any action. Your draft application will be deleted.
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/footer" %>
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_received.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_received.text.erb
index b3aa72be07..34194cc1f3 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_received.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/application_received.text.erb
@@ -1,23 +1,25 @@
 Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
-# We’ve received your application for qualified teacher status (QTS)
+# We’ve received your application for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/reference_number" %>
 
+<% if @application_form.teaching_authority_provides_written_statement %>
+We are waiting to receive the written evidence you’ve requested from your teaching authority.
+<% end %> 
+
 # What happens next
 
 <% if @application_form.teaching_authority_provides_written_statement %>
-When we’ve received the written evidence you’ve requested from your teaching authority, we’ll add your application to the queue to be assigned to a QTS assessor — this can take several weeks.
+Once the written evidence is received and checked, your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor. This can take several weeks.
 <% else %>
-Your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor, which can take several weeks.
+Your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor. This can take several weeks.
 <% end %>
 
-Once assigned, an assessor will review your application. If we require more information, we'll email you for it.
+Once assigned, an assessor will review your application. If we need more information, we'll email you.
 
-We will contact you with a final QTS application decision once all checks and verifications have been completed.
+We will contact you with a decision about your QTS application when the assessment and all verifications have been completed.
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/any_questions_contact" %>
 
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/help_us_to_improve_this_service" %>
-
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/footer" %>
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_received.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_received.text.erb
index 09ca9d11a8..b90e2f7bfd 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_received.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_received.text.erb
@@ -1,14 +1,10 @@
 Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
-# The assessor has now resumed their review of your QTS application.
-
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/reference_number" %>
-
-Thanks for sending the additional information we requested. The assessor will now continue reviewing your application.
+Thank you for sending the information we recently requested from you. The assessor will now continue reviewing your application.
 
 # What happens next
 
-We will contact you with a final QTS application decision once all checks and verifications have been completed.
+We will contact you with a decision about your QTS application when the assessment and all verifications have been completed. This can take several weeks.
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/any_questions_contact" %>
 
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_reminder.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_reminder.text.erb
index f5ed7f195e..621b39eab4 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_reminder.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_reminder.text.erb
@@ -1,18 +1,16 @@
 Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
-# The assessor reviewing your QTS application needs more information
+We recently contacted you about more information needed by the assessor reviewing your QTS application.
 
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/reference_number" %>
+We haven’t received the information requested. Your application cannot proceed without this information. If you do not respond by <%= @further_information_request.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %> then your QTS application will be declined.
 
-# What happens next
+# What you need to do
 
-You must respond to this request by <%= @further_information_request.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %> otherwise your QTS application will be declined.
+Sign in using the link below to see what information is needed and add it.
 
-Once you respond with all of the information we’ve requested, the assessor will be able to continue reviewing your application.
+[Sign in to your application](<%= new_teacher_session_url %>)
 
-You can sign in to add the requested information to your application at:
-
-<%= new_teacher_session_url %>
+Once you respond with all the information requested, the assessor will be able to continue reviewing your application.
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/any_questions_contact" %>
 
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_requested.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_requested.text.erb
index 8df7745743..8dc1a5d305 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_requested.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/further_information_requested.text.erb
@@ -2,18 +2,14 @@ Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
 The assessor reviewing your QTS application needs more information.
 
-# What happens next
+The assessor needs this information by <%= @further_information_request.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %> for your application to proceed.
 
-You must respond to this request within 30 working days of this email.
+# What you need to do
 
-Once you respond with all of the information we’ve requested, the assessor will be able to continue reviewing your application.
+[Sign in to your application](<%= new_teacher_session_url %>)
 
-You can sign in to add the requested information to your application at:
-
-<%= new_teacher_session_url %>
+Your application is on hold until this information is received. Once you respond with all the information requested, the assessor will be able to continue reviewing your application.
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/any_questions_contact" %>
 
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/help_us_to_improve_this_service" %>
-
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/footer" %>
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/initial_checks_passed.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/initial_checks_passed.text.erb
index f8bb8f7228..4cb87db8cb 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/initial_checks_passed.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/initial_checks_passed.text.erb
@@ -1,25 +1,20 @@
 Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
-# We’ve performed our initial checks on your application
+# Your application for QTS in England has passed initial checks
 
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/reference_number" %>
+You now need to request your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %> from <%= region_teaching_authority_name(@application_form.region) %>. 
 
-You should now request your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %> from <%= region_teaching_authority_name(@application_form.region) %>. Contact them directly and instruct them to send the document to [<%= t("service.email.verification") %>](mailto:<%= t("service.email.verification") %>).
+Contact them directly and ask them to send the document to [<%= t("service.email.verification") %>](mailto:<%= t("service.email.verification") %>).
 
-Once we receive the document, we’ll begin the full assessment of your application.
+# Information about your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %> 
+Sign in to find out more information about your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %> before you request it. This could include instructions and fees.
 
-# Important information about your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %>
-
-Sign in to see important information about your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %> before you request it.
-
-<%= new_teacher_session_url %>
+[Sign in to your application](<%= new_teacher_session_url %>)
 
 # What happens next
 
-We will contact you with a final QTS application decision once all checks and verifications have been completed.
-
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/help_us_to_improve_this_service" %>
+Once we receive your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %>, your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor. We will email you if we need any further information.
 
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/any_questions_contact" %>
+Contact [<%= t("service.email.enquiries") %>](mailto:<%= t("service.email.enquiries") %>) with queries. We aim to respond within 5 working days.
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/footer" %>
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/professional_standing_received.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/professional_standing_received.text.erb
index 0586bccce2..cdb5c87e3f 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/professional_standing_received.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/professional_standing_received.text.erb
@@ -2,17 +2,15 @@ Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
 # We’ve received your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %>
 
-Thank you for requesting your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %> from <%= region_teaching_authority_name_phrase(@application_form.region) %>. We have now received this document and attached it to your application.
-
-<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/reference_number" %>
+We have received your <%= region_certificate_name(@application_form.region) %> from <%= region_teaching_authority_name_phrase(@application_form.region) %> and attached it to your application.
 
 # What happens next
 
-Your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor, which can take several weeks.
+Your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor. This can take several weeks.
 
-Once assigned, an assessor will review your application. If we require more information, we'll email you for it.
+Once assigned, an assessor will review your application. If we need more information, we'll email you.
 
-We will contact you with a final QTS application decision once all checks and verifications have been completed.
+We will contact you with a decision about your QTS application when the assessment and all verifications have been completed.
 
 <%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/any_questions_contact" %>
 
diff --git a/app/views/teacher_mailer/references_requested.text.erb b/app/views/teacher_mailer/references_requested.text.erb
index 19072b9f03..8970b054bb 100644
--- a/app/views/teacher_mailer/references_requested.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teacher_mailer/references_requested.text.erb
@@ -1,6 +1,10 @@
 Dear <%= application_form_full_name(@application_form) %>,
 
-We’ve contacted the references you provided to verify the work history information you gave as part of your QTS application.
+We’ve contacted the following references you provided to verify the work history information you gave as part of your QTS application.
+
+<% @reference_requests.each do |reference_request| %>
+  <%= reference_request.work_history.contact_name %>
+<% end %>
 
 They need to respond by <%= @reference_requests.first.expires_at.to_date.to_fs %>. If your references do not respond, and, as a result, we cannot verify your work history, we may not be able to award you QTS.
 
diff --git a/app/views/teachers/magic_links/show.html.erb b/app/views/teachers/magic_links/show.html.erb
index c83828dc3b..7a822a453c 100644
--- a/app/views/teachers/magic_links/show.html.erb
+++ b/app/views/teachers/magic_links/show.html.erb
@@ -1,9 +1,13 @@
 <% content_for :page_title, "Sign in" %>
 
-<h1 class="govuk-heading-xl">Sign in</h1>
+<h1 class="govuk-heading-xl">Sign in to apply for QTS in England</h1>
 
 <p class="govuk-body-m">
-  You’re signing in to the account you created for <%= @resource.email %>.
+  Thank you for confirming your email address.
+</p>
+
+<p class="govuk-body-m">
+  You can now sign in to the application you created for <%= @resource.email %>.
 </p>
 
 <%= form_with url: teacher_magic_link_path do |f| %>
diff --git a/app/views/teachers/mailer/magic_link.text.erb b/app/views/teachers/mailer/magic_link.text.erb
index d9e9931f3e..96e93b9e8a 100644
--- a/app/views/teachers/mailer/magic_link.text.erb
+++ b/app/views/teachers/mailer/magic_link.text.erb
@@ -1,7 +1,13 @@
-Hello <%= @resource.email %>
+Hello, <%= @resource.email %>,
 
-You can sign in using the link below:
+<% if @resource.sign_in_count == 0 %>
+Thank you for your interest in applying for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England. Use the link below to confirm your email address and start your application.
+<% else %>
+Welcome back to apply for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England. Use the link below to confirm your email address and sign in to your application.
+<% end %>
 
-<%= teacher_magic_link_url(token: @token) %>
+[Confirm your email address](<%= teacher_magic_link_url(token: @token) %>)
 
-Note that the link will expire in <%= Devise.passwordless_login_within.inspect %>.
+Please note, this link will expire in <%= Devise.passwordless_login_within.inspect %>. After that time, you will need to [return to the service](<%= create_or_new_teacher_session_url %>) and request another confirmation link.
+
+<%= render "shared/teacher_mailer/footer" %>
diff --git a/config/locales/devise.en.yml b/config/locales/devise.en.yml
index 9d2c16a244..69d3ce0753 100644
--- a/config/locales/devise.en.yml
+++ b/config/locales/devise.en.yml
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ en:
       password_change:
         subject: "Password Changed"
       magic_link:
-        subject: "Confirm your email address"
+        subject: "Confirm your email: apply for qualified teacher status (QTS)"
     omniauth_callbacks:
       failure: 'Could not authenticate you from %{kind} because "%{reason}".'
       success: "Successfully authenticated from %{kind} account."
diff --git a/config/locales/mailer.en.yml b/config/locales/mailer.en.yml
index e2669fce81..b45872dfaf 100644
--- a/config/locales/mailer.en.yml
+++ b/config/locales/mailer.en.yml
@@ -16,10 +16,12 @@ en:
         subject: "Update: Your qualified teacher status (QTS) application"
       application_not_submitted:
         subject:
-          0: Your draft QTS application will be deleted in 2 weeks
-          1: Your draft QTS application will be deleted in 1 week
+          0: Your draft QTS application has not been submitted
+          1: Your draft QTS application is about to be deleted
       application_received:
-        subject: We’ve received your application for qualified teacher status (QTS)
+        subject:
+          without_document: Your QTS application has been received
+          awaiting_document: "Your QTS application: Awaiting %{certificate}"
       consent_reminder:
         subject: "Reminder: we need your written consent to progress your QTS application"
       consent_requested:
@@ -27,15 +29,15 @@ en:
       consent_submitted:
         subject: We’ve received your consent documents
       further_information_received:
-        subject: We’ve received the additional information you sent us
+        subject: "Your QTS application: information received"
       further_information_requested:
-        subject: We need some more information to progress your QTS application
+        subject: "Your QTS application: More information needed"
       further_information_reminder:
-        subject: We still need some more information to progress your QTS application
+        subject: "Your QTS application: information still needed"
       initial_checks_passed:
-        subject: Your application for qualified teacher status (QTS) – initial checks passed
+        subject: "Your QTS application: Initial checks passed"
       professional_standing_received:
-        subject: Your qualified teacher status application – we’ve received your %{certificate}
+        subject: "Your QTS application: %{certificate} received"
       references_requested:
         subject: We’ve contacted your references – QTS application
       references_reminder:
diff --git a/spec/mailers/teacher_mailer_spec.rb b/spec/mailers/teacher_mailer_spec.rb
index ecd4e40ac1..3e03834618 100644
--- a/spec/mailers/teacher_mailer_spec.rb
+++ b/spec/mailers/teacher_mailer_spec.rb
@@ -134,9 +134,7 @@
         let(:number_of_reminders_sent) { 0 }
 
         it do
-          is_expected.to eq(
-            "Your draft QTS application will be deleted in 2 weeks",
-          )
+          is_expected.to eq("Your draft QTS application has not been submitted")
         end
       end
 
@@ -144,9 +142,7 @@
         let(:number_of_reminders_sent) { 1 }
 
         it do
-          is_expected.to eq(
-            "Your draft QTS application will be deleted in 1 week",
-          )
+          is_expected.to eq("Your draft QTS application is about to be deleted")
         end
       end
     end
@@ -168,14 +164,12 @@
 
         it do
           is_expected.to include(
-            "We’ve noticed that you have a draft application for qualified " \
-              "teacher status (QTS) that has not been submitted.",
+            "You have a draft application for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England that has not been submitted.",
           )
         end
         it do
           is_expected.to include(
-            "We need to let you know that if you do not complete and submit " \
-              "your application by 1 July 2020 we’ll delete the application.",
+            "Applications need to be submitted within 6 months of being started.",
           )
         end
       end
@@ -185,12 +179,13 @@
 
         it do
           is_expected.to include(
-            "We contacted you a week ago about your draft application for qualified teacher status (QTS).",
+            "We recently contacted you about your draft application for qualified teacher " \
+              "status (QTS) in England that has not been submitted.",
           )
         end
         it do
           is_expected.to include(
-            "If you do not complete and submit your application by 1 July 2020 we’ll delete the application.",
+            "Applications need to be submitted within 6 months of being started.",
           )
         end
       end
@@ -205,10 +200,30 @@
     describe "#subject" do
       subject(:subject) { mail.subject }
 
-      it do
-        is_expected.to eq(
-          "We’ve received your application for qualified teacher status (QTS)",
-        )
+      context "if the teaching authority provides the written statement" do
+        before do
+          application_form.update!(
+            teaching_authority_provides_written_statement: true,
+          )
+        end
+
+        it do
+          is_expected.to include(
+            "Your QTS application: Awaiting Letter of Professional Standing",
+          )
+        end
+      end
+
+      context "if the teaching authority does not provide the written statement" do
+        let(:certificate) { region_certificate_name(application_form.region) }
+
+        before do
+          application_form.update!(
+            teaching_authority_provides_written_statement: false,
+          )
+        end
+
+        it { is_expected.to include("Your QTS application has been received") }
       end
     end
 
@@ -226,7 +241,7 @@
 
       it do
         is_expected.to include(
-          "Your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor, which can take several weeks.",
+          "Your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor. This can take several weeks.",
         )
       end
 
@@ -239,8 +254,22 @@
 
         it do
           is_expected.to include(
-            "When we’ve received the written evidence you’ve requested from your teaching authority, we’ll " \
-              "add your application to the queue to be assigned to a QTS assessor — this can take several weeks.",
+            "Once the written evidence is received and checked, your application will be entered into " \
+              "a queue and assigned a QTS assessor. This can take several weeks.",
+          )
+        end
+      end
+
+      context "if the teaching authority does not provide the written statement" do
+        before do
+          application_form.update!(
+            teaching_authority_provides_written_statement: false,
+          )
+        end
+
+        it do
+          is_expected.to include(
+            "Your application will be entered into a queue and assigned a QTS assessor. This can take several weeks.",
           )
         end
       end
@@ -368,11 +397,7 @@
     describe "#subject" do
       subject(:subject) { mail.subject }
 
-      it do
-        is_expected.to eq(
-          "We’ve received the additional information you sent us",
-        )
-      end
+      it { is_expected.to eq("Your QTS application: information received") }
     end
 
     describe "#to" do
@@ -385,7 +410,6 @@
       subject(:body) { mail.body }
 
       it { is_expected.to include("Dear First Last") }
-      it { is_expected.to include("abc") }
     end
   end
 
@@ -398,17 +422,13 @@
     end
 
     let(:further_information_request) do
-      create(:further_information_request, assessment:)
+      create(:further_information_request, :requested, assessment:)
     end
 
     describe "#subject" do
       subject(:subject) { mail.subject }
 
-      it do
-        is_expected.to eq(
-          "We need some more information to progress your QTS application",
-        )
-      end
+      it { is_expected.to eq("Your QTS application: More information needed") }
     end
 
     describe "#to" do
@@ -449,11 +469,7 @@
     describe "#subject" do
       subject(:subject) { mail.subject }
 
-      it do
-        is_expected.to eq(
-          "We still need some more information to progress your QTS application",
-        )
-      end
+      it { is_expected.to eq("Your QTS application: information still needed") }
     end
 
     describe "#to" do
@@ -468,11 +484,10 @@
       it { is_expected.to include("Dear First Last") }
       it do
         is_expected.to include(
-          "You must respond to this request by 12 February 2020 " \
-            "otherwise your QTS application will be declined.",
+          "If you do not respond by 12 February 2020 " \
+            "then your QTS application will be declined.",
         )
       end
-      it { is_expected.to include("abc") }
       it { is_expected.to include("http://localhost:3000/teacher/sign_in") }
     end
   end
@@ -487,8 +502,7 @@
 
       it do
         is_expected.to eq(
-          "Your qualified teacher status application – we’ve received your " \
-            "Letter of Professional Standing",
+          "Your QTS application: Letter of Professional Standing received",
         )
       end
     end
@@ -503,12 +517,10 @@
       subject(:body) { mail.body }
 
       it { is_expected.to include("Dear First Last") }
-      it { is_expected.to include("abc") }
       it do
         is_expected.to include(
-          "Thank you for requesting your Letter of Professional Standing from the " \
-            "teaching authority. We have now received this document and attached " \
-            "it to your application.",
+          "We have received your Letter of Professional Standing from the teaching " \
+            "authority and attached it to your application.",
         )
       end
     end
@@ -616,7 +628,8 @@
       it { is_expected.to include("Dear First Last") }
       it do
         is_expected.to include(
-          "We’ve contacted the references you provided to verify the work history",
+          "We’ve contacted the following references you provided to verify the work " \
+            "history information you gave as part of your QTS application.",
         )
       end
     end
diff --git a/spec/system/assessor_interface/requesting_further_information_spec.rb b/spec/system/assessor_interface/requesting_further_information_spec.rb
index 21ee2134e1..ac51d1a9e0 100644
--- a/spec/system/assessor_interface/requesting_further_information_spec.rb
+++ b/spec/system/assessor_interface/requesting_further_information_spec.rb
@@ -60,7 +60,7 @@ def and_i_receive_a_further_information_requested_email
     expect(message).to_not be_nil
 
     expect(message.subject).to eq(
-      "We need some more information to progress your QTS application",
+      "Your QTS application: More information needed",
     )
     expect(message.to).to include(application_form.teacher.email)
   end
diff --git a/spec/system/teacher_interface/authentication_spec.rb b/spec/system/teacher_interface/authentication_spec.rb
index 998bf35059..3c42b2fc75 100644
--- a/spec/system/teacher_interface/authentication_spec.rb
+++ b/spec/system/teacher_interface/authentication_spec.rb
@@ -156,13 +156,35 @@ def and_i_receive_a_teacher_magic_link_email
     message = ActionMailer::Base.deliveries.last
     expect(message).to_not be_nil
 
-    expect(message.subject).to eq("Confirm your email address")
+    expect(message.subject).to eq(
+      "Confirm your email: apply for qualified teacher status (QTS)",
+    )
     expect(message.to).to include("test@example.com")
+
+    email_body = message.body.raw_source
+    teacher = Teacher.find_by(email: "test@example.com")
+    if teacher.sign_in_count == 0
+      expect(email_body).to include(
+        "Thank you for your interest in applying for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England.",
+      )
+      expect(email_body).to_not include(
+        "Welcome back to apply for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England.",
+      )
+    else
+      expect(email_body).to include(
+        "Welcome back to apply for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England.",
+      )
+      expect(email_body).to_not include(
+        "Thank you for your interest in applying for qualified teacher status (QTS) in England.",
+      )
+    end
   end
 
   def when_i_sign_in_using_magic_link
     message = ActionMailer::Base.deliveries.last
-    uri = URI.parse(message.body.raw_source.lines.fifth.chomp)
+    link_line = message.body.raw_source.lines.fifth.chomp
+    url = link_line.match(/\((http[^)]+)\)/)[1]
+    uri = URI.parse(url)
     expect(uri.path).to eq("/teacher/magic_link")
     expect(uri.query).to include("token")
     visit "#{uri.path}?#{uri.query}"
diff --git a/spec/system/teacher_interface/further_information_spec.rb b/spec/system/teacher_interface/further_information_spec.rb
index 7d79acfa64..4990498bc6 100644
--- a/spec/system/teacher_interface/further_information_spec.rb
+++ b/spec/system/teacher_interface/further_information_spec.rb
@@ -188,9 +188,7 @@ def and_i_receive_a_further_information_received_email
     message = ActionMailer::Base.deliveries.last
     expect(message).to_not be_nil
 
-    expect(message.subject).to eq(
-      "We’ve received the additional information you sent us",
-    )
+    expect(message.subject).to eq("Your QTS application: information received")
     expect(message.to).to include(application_form.teacher.email)
   end
 
diff --git a/spec/system/teacher_interface/submitting_spec.rb b/spec/system/teacher_interface/submitting_spec.rb
index a0fd8adde4..77bb828227 100644
--- a/spec/system/teacher_interface/submitting_spec.rb
+++ b/spec/system/teacher_interface/submitting_spec.rb
@@ -58,9 +58,7 @@ def and_i_receive_an_application_email
     message = ActionMailer::Base.deliveries.last
     expect(message).to_not be_nil
 
-    expect(message.subject).to eq(
-      "We’ve received your application for qualified teacher status (QTS)",
-    )
+    expect(message.subject).to eq("Your QTS application has been received")
     expect(message.to).to include("teacher@example.com")
   end