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Just a very quick post about the Welsh lockdown for 2 weeks announced today. I have already been asked -can I still move house? The answer is yes in some cases.
The Welsh government have released guidance that says if you can’t delay the date (ie you have already exchanged) then you are able to move.
Saying that, Estate Agents are being told to closed so key collection arrangements will need to be made elsewhere.
Valuers and Surveyors are being told not to carry out appointments where the home is lived in so this is likely to delay those transactions which are still in progress.
Many law firms do have staff working from home however so the conveyancing process should not be adversely delayed.
If you do need to move then removal companies are allowed to work, subject to certain restrictions.
If you are moving over half term in Wales and haven’t exchanged, then sadly it looks like you will have no choice but to wait. For those that have exchanged good luck!
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