Welcome to RICS

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

Q4 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

Global Members Committee Member and UK & Ireland World Regional Board Chair

We are now recruiting for the dual role of GMC Member and UKI WRB Chair.

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

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Membership renewals are overdue for 2025

Please note, readmission will be required if you have not renewed your membership by 01 May 2025.

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News & Insights

UK construction workloads stable as industry eyes cautious growth

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released its Q1 2025 UK Construction Monitor, revealing that construction workloads remain largely stable, with signs pointing to modest growth in the year ahead, particularly driven by infrastructure projects.

RAAC: Advice and FAQs

This page contains answers to frequently asked questions and advice for the public regarding Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC).

Influence and Advocacy Monthly Update – April 2025

Over the past month, RICS has been actively engaging with UK Government departments, devolved administrations, and parliamentary committees to shape vital areas of policy concerning the built and natural environment.

RICS in Saudi Arabia: collaboration and shaping the future

Our Acting President Nick Maclean FRICS and some of RICS senior leadership recently travelled to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to meet with local members, and visit a number of key infrastructure projects where the surveying profession is contributing.

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

Meet the new Chair of the Americas World Regional Board & Member of the Global Members Committee

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Michael Hardman MRICS as the new Chair of the Americas World Regional Board (AMR WRB) and a Member of the Global Members Committee (GMC).

UK commercial property signals early recovery but NI and Trump tariffs raise uncertainty

UK Commercial Property market shows early signs of recovery but NI rise and Trump tariffs create pressure and uncertainty

The UK’s whole life carbon ecosystem: a framework for decarbonising the built environment

In a recent webinar, a panel of experts discussed four industry initiatives designed to measure, regulate, limit and track whole life carbon in the UK built environment.

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Commercial property outlook 2025: will the recovery across commercial real estate markets gain tract

Following the release of the RICS Global Commercial Property Monitor, a recent webinar looked at the outlook for commercial property in 2025 across the UK, German, the Gulf and US markets.

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Fire safety

Read the latest guidance and developments from RICS in the area of fire safety.

AI in surveying: have your say and shape the future

RICS’ Responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) consultation deadline is fast approaching on 29 April 2025. This is the 1st edition of a new professional global standard. An important moment for the profession to address potential challenges and shape how AI will be integrated into surveying

Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO - April 2025

The surveying profession is changing. I have talked at length with members about the evolving demands of their day-to-day work, and the skills needed to respond to them.

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).

Profession & Standards

Profession & Standards Quick Links

RICS Valuation - Global Standards ('Red Book')

Black Book

Fire Safety

Rules of conduct

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

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

• 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Webinar

Client Money Workshop

• 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

• 3.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Web Class

Global APC Preparing for your Final Assessment - 2 Part Series

• 4.5 hours formal CPD • Online

From £101

+ VAT

Web Class

UK & Ireland Residential Retrofit - 5 Part Series

• 7.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £258

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NYU-RICS Americas Conference

Wed 07 May 2025 • 08:00 - 18:00 EDT • 6 Hours Formal CPD • NYU Stern School of Business, 44 West 4th Street, New York, NY 10012, United States

From $165

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Online Training

Global APC Prep Day

• 6 hours CPD • Online

From £222

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Webinar

Global Valuation for Non Valuers - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

Networking

RICS Matrics Edinburgh: Candidate Support - Drop In

Wed 07 May 2025 • 10:00 - 12:00 BST • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, 10 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DR

Free

Webinar

Evaluative Mediation: The Shift, The Benefits, and The Demand

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Online Training

UK An Overview of the Renters’ Rights Bill Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £26

+ VAT

DRS Training Courses

Adjudication Competencies Programme for RICS Panellists

Thu 08 May 2025 - Thu 12 Jun 2025 • 09:00 - 17:00 BST • 24 Hours Formal CPD • Adjudication • RICS Offices, please check below for location

From £395

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Find a Surveyor for your needs

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