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The effects of the pandemic on the housing market cannot be underestimated, as house prices hit an all-time high; demand for flats outside London reach strongest level for five years.

Snippets of industry news: Rhydian Scurlock-Jones to lead 30-strong team at Savills; Lawrence Hannah appoint new director; Withers expands residential property team

The pandemic has contributed to a reshaping of the UK rental market, with these areas outside of London seeing the fastest growth in buy-to-let investment.

Clive Beattie, a former chief executive of OnTheMarket, is now able to cash in shares worth £92,000 as part of the property portal’s employee share option plan.

Various changes have been proposed following a 12-week consultation process held between July and November 2021, which attracted almost 3,000 responses.

The estate agency has bolstered its presence with several new offices as a result of the acquisition, which is part of wider growth strategy.

Purplebricks’ share price has hit its lowest-ever level, dropping to below 20p for the first time ever.

Hunters has unveiled a new franchise model and brand, which forms a key part of The Property Franchise Group’s growth strategy.

The company is asking residents to expose estate agents by sending in photos of the boards they find in the wrong place.

The independent agents’ trade group has announced the launch of its first franchisee partner, after Emma Preston, a former regional manager of The Guild, completed the acquisition.