Welcome to RICS

As a globally recognised professional body, everything we do is designed to effect positive change in the built and natural environments.

Q3 2024 Global Performance Report

Read our latest highlights and continued progress in many areas, including standards development, member engagement, and supporting a diverse next gen

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Whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) for the built environment

Learn about the RICS whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) standard and why it is key to reducing whole life emissions across the built environment.

Useful Links

Sector Standards

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

Join an RICS Board, Committee or Engagement Group

Renew my membership

Find out about your professional fees, how to renew your status, apply for concessions and how to pay your renewal fees

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News & Insights

Uncertainty yet to dampen property market demand for higher quality, sustainable offices

RICS UK Commercial Property Monitor Q4 2024

RICS Sustainability Report 2024: a year of progress?

Following the publication of the RICS Sustainability Report 2024, a recent webinar featured a panel of experts discussing how much progress is being made towards sustainability goals.

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Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

Frequently asked questions relating to Cladding External Wall Systems (EWS) in relation to fire safety.

Advocating for our profession on a global stage as a strategic partner of MIPIM 2025

This March, RICS will champion the interests of its members, the profession and the public as a strategic partner of MIPIM 2025.

Digital Transformation in Construction

In this video discussion, Aaliyah Pollock moderates a panel featuring Pavlina Nikolova from Egnyte, Jalpesh Patel from Bluebeam, and Bartosz Zamara from Trebbi Poland.

How are cities accelerating progress towards a sustainable future?

In a compelling webinar held in collaboration with Arcadis, industry leaders across Europe explored how cities can balance people, planet, profit and progress to further urban sustainability.

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Digital solutions for residential buying and selling

In this video, Aaliyah Pollock moderates a discussion with Konrad Rotthege from Conveyo, Arjuna Gunesekera from Taurgo, Florian Gruenwald from GeoSci, and Robin Rathore from Bamboo Auctions.

The Planet of Cities: Latin American and Caribbean cities from 1980 to 2080

From unequal, sprawling metropolises of the 1980s to today’s vibrant hubs of innovation, Latin American and Caribbean cities have transformed their challenges into opportunities for reinvention.

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Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – January 2025

As we step into a new year, I can now officially welcome RICS’ 143rd President Justin Sullivan FRICS.

Strengthening RICS’ regulatory operations

The Standards and Regulation Board (SRB) have committed to a detailed review of a recent high-profile case and the relevant regulatory functions.

Technology and Innovation Weekly Digest

Welcome to the Technology and Innovational digest where we explore the latest innovations driving sustainability and efficiency across the industry.

Update from Nigel Clarke, Independent Chair of RICS Standards and Regulation Board

The last few months have marked some significant steps in the work that RICS and the SRB are doing to strengthen the trust in the surveying profession and protect the public interest.

Profession & Standards

RICS develops and enforces leading international standards, protecting consumers and businesses by ensuring the utmost level of professionalism is employed across the built and natural environment.

The regulatory functions of RICS relating to Standards and Professional Development are led and overseen by the Standards and Regulation Board (SRB).

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Profession & Standards

Profession & Standards Quick Links

RICS Valuation - Global Standards ('Red Book')

Black Book

Fire Safety

Rules of conduct

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RICS Professional Development Packages

Embrace your professional development, navigate your way to professional status or drive your organisation forward with our support packages.

Upcoming Training and Events

Webinar

Global JCT Delivering Construction Projects - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

• 3.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Webinar

Designated Professional Body Scheme for General Insurance Distribution Activities Workshop (UK)

• 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Training Courses

Dispute Resolution Programme for Advisers and Party Representatives

• 13 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £325

+ VAT

Webinar

Client Money Workshop

• 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Seminar

RICS in East Midlands – SMEs: Unlocking the Future of Talent and Skills (with NTU & CITB)

Wed 05 Feb 2025 • 08:00 - 10:45 GMT • 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Nottingham Trent University Clifton Campus, Clifton Ln, Clifton, Nottingham NG11 8NS (P04, Teaching and Learning Building)

Free

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Online Training

Global APC Prep Day

• 6 hours CPD • Online

From £222

+ VAT

RICS Matrics Brighton: Site Visit - Pavilion Tour

Wed 05 Feb 2025 • 09:30 - 12:30 BST • Redroaster, 29 New Road, Brighton, BN1 1UG

£8

+ VAT

Webinar

Circularity in real estate: Approaches to achieving a truly sustainable sector

• Online

Free

Webinar

UK Water Management for a Carbon-Neutral Future: Strategies and Innovations

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £26

+ VAT

Online Training

Global Active Assailant Preparedness in Commercial Properties: A Guide for Surveyors Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £26

+ VAT

Webinar

UK Tangible vs Intangible Valuation Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £26

+ VAT

Find a Surveyor for your needs

Connect with 40,000+ surveying firms to help manage with your surveying needs. Get access to a range of guidance and information, and consumer guides.

What are the benefits of RICS membership?
Corporate Governance at RICS
Responsible business

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What are the benefits of RICS membership?

Explore the value of RICS membership – from wider industry recognition and enhanced career opportunities, to accessing the latest professional insights, guidance, and technologies.

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