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"The home buying process relies on this system so for any buyers looking to complete, it is worth a call to their conveyancers to make sure all is in order."

"Honestly, I can't see myself working in the office full time again," said the 24-year-old conveyancer, who became her firm's joint employee of the year.

"On the ground, we're seeing fewer viewings, offers and longer transition times as lenders and conveyancers struggle with the backlog."

In other developments, estate agents can now reopen, viewings can take place and removal firms and conveyancers can re-start operations, so long as social-distancing and workplace safety rules are followed.

Effective immediately, estate agents can open, viewings can be carried out, and removal firms and conveyancers can re-start operations.