HM Land Registry confirms it will now start accepting electronic signatures
This paves the way for conveyancing to be carried out remotely.
Starting this week, Land Registry will accept witnessed electronic signatures for transfers of property ownership, leases, mortgages and other property-related dealings.
The deputy director for central legal services Robin Malpas, said many of those who submitted feedback welcomed the change.
To read the full Law Gazette Article on Land Registry arrangements, click here