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.

Ellie Rees turns to social media to say she is uncomfortable with competitors who have been 'air punching' publicly about flouting the lockdown rules.

Discussions between housing minister Chris Pincher and the industry include strict rules on how vendors, buyers and agents must minimise the risk of transmission.

Agent says it is conducting property viewings but only for empty properties, although a member of public has contacted The Negotiator to claim otherwise.