This is just the most recent example of obvious libel abuse ("SLAPPs") escaping regulatory sanction. The rules aren't fit for purpose. If the SRA can't regulate the worst of the profession then the Government should change the law.

"What if we just hand control of foreign policy over to people who are malign, corrupt, and ignorant? What's the worst that could happen?!?"

Buying a property in the UK is a slow and time consuming process with a lot of paperwork.
Could the process be improved? Almost certainly.
But it’s also the most significant financial decision most people will ever make, usually involving borrowing multiples of your salary.
Not something to rush.

Perhaps for UK readers the most disturbing part of this grim story is this: