Law Society Property Conference 2026 round-up
Summary
The Law Society Property Conference 2026 focused on digitalisation in conveyancing, an update to the National Conveyancing Protocol, and the government’s planned reforms to home buying and selling. Speakers also discussed the opportunities and risks of AI, alongside wider issues such as leasehold reform, HM Land Registry processes and the move away from paper-based transactions.
Why it matters
These developments affect the wider residential property transaction process, including how surveyors interact with conveyancers, agents and clients. The planned reforms and protocol update may influence information flow, listing accuracy and the pace of transactions.
Key points
- First consultation on an updated National Conveyancing Protocol since 2019 has been launched.
- Conference speakers highlighted both efficiency gains and supervision risks from AI in legal work.
- Government plans include a property agent code of practice and further guidance on material information and property listings.
- Ministers want to reduce reliance on paper-based processes in home buying and selling.
- Leasehold reform and HM Land Registry processes were also discussed.
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