‘Integrity of homebuying reform must not be sacrificed rush to digitalise’ – Conveyancing Task Force
Summary
The Conveyancing Task Force has warned that homebuying reform should not be driven by digitalisation and AI at the expense of legal safeguards and professional judgment. It argues that government reform efforts need stronger engagement with frontline conveyancing expertise, citing the Building Safety Act 2022 as an example where operational consequences were not fully considered.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors are affected by changes to the homebuying process because they influence transaction workflows, risk allocation and the information relied on in property decisions. The article also highlights the continuing operational impact of the Building Safety Act 2022 on leasehold conveyancing, which can intersect with survey findings and reporting.
Key points
- CTF says homebuying reform must be evidence-based and legally robust.
- The group opposes over-reliance on digital and AI-driven processes in conveyancing.
- It calls for greater consultation with frontline property professionals.
- The Building Safety Act 2022 is cited as a case where professional input was insufficient.
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