Company says its priorities are to protect staff and customers but also conserve cash as it cautiously re-opens its business and accelerates use of virtual viewings.

Activity dials for almost every part of the sales market increased dramatically as agents return to work and house moves resume.

Company's CEO Dorian Gonsalves tells The Negotiator that many branches are operating a 'by appointment only' policy.

Paul Smith responds to our article in which an insider claimed the company was preparing to adopt a Purplebricks-style self-employed model at some branches.

But despite the pain of following best practice, many agents will be reassured that they're as safe as possible in their branches.

New online system will be available from 26th May and is for companies whose employees have contracted the virus or who are self-isolating or shielding at home.

Shetland estate agent Neil Risk is hoping buyers looking for an escape from Coronavirus will seek sanctuary on the island and boost the housing market.

Despite last week's government green light for home moves to restart, not all agents have been throwing their branch doors open to the public as health risk worries linger among management and…