Electronic signatures are valid, rules Law Commission
"An electronic signature can generally be used in place of a handwritten signature," confirms The Law Commission, "as long as the usual rules on signatures are met"
Law Commission outlines sweeping leasehold reform options
Important new report suggests three schemes to make leasehold enfranchisement cheaper, easier and more fair.
Land Registry to accept electronic signatures
"Our hope is that in the near future Qualified Electronic Signatures become more commonplace and the service providers tailor their use to conveyancing," says Deputy Chief Executive Mike Harlow.
Tech firm launches ‘ultra-secure’ compliance platform for estate agents
Backed by Mishcon de Reya and Alex Chesterman, Thirdfort's latest proptech product promises "bullet-proof AML for estate agents".
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