Scottish government launches conveyancing review
Summary
The Scottish Government has launched a review of the conveyancing process in Scotland, with a focus on reducing delays, cutting paperwork and increasing digitalisation. The review will be led by Jill Andrew and Professor Andrew Steven, and is intended to produce recommendations for improving the residential conveyancing model.
Why it matters
Conveyancing reform can affect transaction workflows, information exchange and turnaround times across residential sales. Surveyors may see increased demand for more structured, digital property information and closer alignment between inspection, reporting and transaction processes.
Key points
- Scottish Government has initiated a review of the conveyancing process.
- The review aims to reduce delays and streamline paperwork through digitalisation.
- Jill Andrew and Professor Andrew Steven will lead the working group.
- The review aligns with wider UK Government plans for conveyancing reform and AI-assisted processes.
- Proposals referenced include digital property logbooks, sales packs and stronger standards for estate agents.
Organisations:
Scottish Government, Murray Beith Murray, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Conveyancers Forum, Edinburgh Solicitors Property Centre (ESPC), Law Society of Scotland, Scottish Conveyancers Forum Committee, Scottish Law Commission, UK Government
Regulations:
digital property logbooks, sales packs, code of practice for estate agents, mandatory qualifications for the estate agency sector
Locations:
Scotland, Edinburgh
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