Had the good news this week, I'm in the hold pool pending a phone call. Fingers crossed it isn't long.
During my sim assessment the TRE said that he has a box to tick that asks "suitable for longhaul?" The fleet you then get assigned is largely dependant on your performance during the sim assessment; as long haul is quite "dormant in hands on flying skills" those who don't demonstrate excellent handling skills will normally be assigned short haul. Don't shoot the messenger, that's just what he said.