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Coronavirus (COVID-19)—Law Society issues sector specific guidance for conveyancers

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Published on: 29 May 2020
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LNB News 29/05/2020

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Issue Date: 29 May 2020

Published Date: 29 May 2020

Jurisdiction(s): England

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The Law Society has published guidance to address the impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis is causing to conveyancers. The guidance information should enable conveyancers to carry out sales and purchases while adhering to government safety measures. This guidance applies to owner-occupied homes and to second hand homes.

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