Rule revealed by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is part of more restrictive measures for home moving than in England.

Although an interesting idea on paper, in reality most agents are against monetising property viewings using new platform.

ViewBuddy enables staff on viewings to alert colleagues if they need help and sets off alarms if agents don't return from appointments.

Ed Jephson of Stacks Property Search claims that buying unseen is arguably the most dramatic property trend to emerge from the Covid pandemic.

Christopher Pincher says safety guidelines agreed last year enable safe viewings if they are followed by agents, viewers and landlords.

Official guidance has now been updated after it took Ministers two days to make a decision about agency branches.

Government guidance that agents should only allow viewings to those who are serious and 'likely to make an offer' is riling many people on social media – including Kirstie Allsop.

Ministry of Housing confirms viewings can take place but warns that open houses and driving clients to viewings are still prohibited.