Signing ASTs as Letting Agent: Witnessing Not Required

When I (letting agent) am signing ASTs on behalf of a landlord, do I need to get my signature witnessed as I am officially an Ltd company? It's just me working from home.

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Tenancy Agreements

Landlords should be aware of the benefits of written tenancy agreements and the procedures necessary for obtaining such an agreement. Although a landlord can create many short-term tenancies (three years or less) without a written agreement, it is generally not advisable for landlords to allow occupation without first having secured a signed formal tenancy agreement.