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New research finds nearly two thirds of compliance leaders in conveyancers and legal firms expect budgets to increase amid growing pressures. A study conducted by Thirdfort, of 200 compliance leaders found 61% of respondents are
A week before the government is set to unveil its ‘Your First Home’ scheme for first-time buyers, analysis of the previous government’s ‘Help to Buy’ scheme suggests it inflated new-build prices and helped stagnate the
All the latest innovations brought together in a regular round-up of news, updates and upgrades for conveyancing firms. tmGroup launches tmReports to cut report on title time from hours to minutes tmGroup releases an
The next Women in Residential Property (WiRP) event will consider the key economic trends, market developments and policy changes expected to influence the housing market in the year ahead. The networking lunch, taking place on
Attwells Solicitors has used a successful Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to develop a new client client portal, appointing the architect as a new permanent associate. KTPs are offered via a UK-wide programme connecting businesses with
Major research project, Welsh Legal Sector Transformation Report 2026, examining the challenges, ambitions and priorities of Welsh law firms has released their findings. Legal News Wales and independent legal software provider Osprey Approach gathered the
New Flood Performance Certificates (FPCs) will be piloted to provide clear, standardised information on flood risk and resilience, alongside new national platform for flood resources. The plans by the government and Flood Re, aim for
The Law Society has announced a collaboration with LawCare, The Solicitors’ Charity and the Mindful Business Charter as part of efforts to improve mental health and wellbeing across the profession. It is hoped, said the
All the latest innovations brought together in a regular round-up of news, updates and upgrades for conveyancing firms. CoPSO Welcomes New Affiliate Member and Search Code Subscriber, Property Conveyancing Searches The Council of Property Search
Property portal Rightmove have suggested the proposed Your First Home scheme could more than double the number of available new-build homes affordable to an average solo first-time buyer in England, compared with buying with a
With Black History Moth well underway, the Law Society of England and Wales says it recognises the contributions of Black solicitors whose work supports and sustains Black communities across the UK. The initiative provides an
A survey has revealed a “significant disconnect” between how first time buyers feel before they embark on their first home move, and how they feel following its completion. The newly published research suggests nine in
Charity Breast Cancer Now has called on law firms and chambers to sign up for the legal sector’s annual charity static bike race, Tour de Law. Taking place on Wednesday 14 October and Thursday 15
New figures analysed by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) show the number of new homes receiving planning permission has fallen by 21% in the last quarter, HBF’s latest Housing Pipeline report shows 45,315 new homes
The number of property transactions which have fallen through has reduced when compared with the same period last year. Data from TwentyCi, analysed by House Buyer Bureau, suggests an estimated 71,959 property transactions collapsed during
A survey has found that 42% of recent home buyers say conveyancing is the biggest barrier to a smooth property transaction, compared with just 19% who point to property chains. The research carried out by
A major research project examining the challenges, ambitions and priorities of Welsh law firms will give the sector its first opportunity to see the findings when the Welsh Legal Sector Transformation Report 2026 is unveiled
An analysis of HM Land Registry data has revealed the “stark divide” between the value of leasehold flats and freehold houses, with flat values depreciating while freehold houses have experienced steady price rises. Figures sourced
The Law Society has awarded 16 scholarships as part of its Diversity Access Scheme (DAS). Open to aspiring solicitors seeking to complete the legal practice course (LPE) or the solicitors qualifying exam (SQE), the scheme
The Conveyancing Foundation has launched a new online Mental Health Champion (MHC) course for conveyancers, designed to help property professionals champion wellbeing in the workplace. Delivered in partnership with Today’s Media, the course will be
The Open Property Data Association (OPDA) has welcomed new member Cotality as its latest member. Cotality holds a database of over 150 million property records, spanning more than 25 years of historical transactional data, and
Almost half of sellers who have been part of a property chain have been impacted by a buyer pulling out somewhere along the chain, a survey by House Buyer Bureau suggests. The property purchase company
A former Law Society president has called for greater attention to the pressures affecting solicitors from different backgrounds, as it was revealed a disproportionate number of Black solicitors are seeking support from The Solicitors Charity.
Bristol remains the UK Japanese knotweed hotspot for the second year, according to new figures released by Environet. The specialist invasive plant remover based its analysis on more than 100,000 verified sightings from its live
The Ministry of Justice is inviting nominations for the award of King’s Counsel Honoris Causa. The nomination window is open now and will close on 18th September. To be eligible for the award, the individual
Elan Technology Group Ltd has upgraded its Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) membership to associate level. The change means Elan will be “more deeply involved” in CoPSO’s work, as well as contributing to the
A new analysis by Rightmove reveals the extent of the north-south divide when moving home. The research found London is the slowest region in Great Britain to complete a move, taking an average of 174
An analysis by LandSale has found that the number of agricultural holdings in England has fallen by 14.6% since 2005, highlighting the continued restructuring of the farming sector as some landowners exit the industry and
The Open Property Data Association (OPDA) has welcomed two new members – Hiizzy and Instamo – in a bid to further its mission to transform the home buying and selling process. Instamo provides a secure