Just a few days after LSL decided not to make an offer on the company, Countrywide soon to be new Chief Operating Officer decides not to join.

As pubs, theatres, offices and estate agent branches empty across the UK, we asked the industry what they think might happen next.

Former Countrywide lettings chief John Hards reveals what he believes were the key strategies that landed the company in trouble.

Staff working at its 31 residential and commercial branches and offices across the UK have been told not to come into work as two premises are deep cleaned.

It's affecting everybody and damaging business but good communications and a caring attitude can help get your business through the crisis.

Andrew Weir worked at Foxtons for over 30 years, working his way up to become its sales boss but has now joined LCP as its Chief Executive.

LSL has told the City this morning that it no longer intends to proceed with its plan to make an offer for its rival.

Plans to sell Lambert Smith Hampton to Monaco-based entrepreneur collapse after missed deadline.