In our debut episode, we take a look at the impact of Coronavirus on the UK housing market, and crucially, what action the government could take to aid its recovery, post lockdown.Our Global Head of Research, Liam Bailey, discusses the benefits and drawbacks of forecasting during a pandemic and how the property industry has adapted to the current crisis. From virtual viewings to desktop surveying, we hear that while the market may be slowing, deals are still being done. Simon Gammon, Managing Partner at Knight Frank Finance, explains how the mortgage market has adapted to life in the time of Corona and offers his advice on where to turn if you're now stuck in the house buying process.Finally, we hear from Stuart Baillie, our Head of Planning, on the emergency measures being put in place to help planning committees continue to function during these uncertain times. Intelligence Talks, is a new podcast from the Research Team at Knight Frank. Every Monday we’ll be bringing you the latest insights on property market trends and forecasts, along with expert analysis from industry leaders.This podcast breaks down the news and delves into the intelligence behind the headlines. Follow us on social media here:Instagram - @knightfrankTwitter - @knightfrankLinkedIn - @Knight Frank Host: Anna Ward - @annaroxelanaProducer and Editor: Rebecca Hills - @beckihills1Any questions? Get in touch via Rebecca.hills@knightfrank.com. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.