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Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – June 2026

More than most, the last month brought the worldwide influence of our membership into focus. From forging stronger skills pipelines to accelerating housing delivery, embracing new technologies and supporting regulatory reform, the breadth of where our members are having an impact continues to grow.

Housing market remains subdued but pace of decline shows signs of stabilising

Buyer demand and agreed sales remain in negative territory, while rental pressures continue to build amid constrained landlord supply.

Student surveyor Josh Berry talks UKREiiF experience and career ambitions

In this interview, Josh talks through his week at the forum and the education and experiences he gained while attending. We also explore his surveying journey so far and his career ambitions.

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

Celebrating World Environment Day 2026: Our work with the natural environment

This year’s theme is climate action. To mark the day, we’d like to showcase the work of our Land and Development Professional Standards team and explore how we’re helping make a difference.

Advancing Dispute Resolution and Conflict Avoidance Across Africa

As part of our mission to promote and raise awareness of RICS Dispute Resolution Services (DRS) on a global scale, our Executive Director, John Fletcher, recently completed a programme of engagement activities in South Africa.

RICS announces improvements to consumer protection

RICS is committed to enhancing consumer outcomes for those using surveying services.

Mediation in the Americas Webinar

This webinar explored the evolving mediation landscape across North America, examining current trends, challenges and practical strategies for achieving more effective outcomes.

RICS Response to Northern Metropolis Development – Proposed Dedicated Legislation

The Northern Metropolis represents one of Hong Kong’s most significant long-term development initiatives, with the potential to strengthen the city’s economic competitiveness, innovation capacity and integration within the Greater Bay Area.

RICS at the Sustainable Buildings and Construction Summit (SBCS) 2026

The challenge for the built environment has [KP1.1]shifted to the immediate need to turn climate ambition into credible action.

Pilot Patent Valuation Support Scheme, Guidelines for Quantitative IP Valuation Reports

Hong Kong’s ambition to develop as an international intellectual property (“IP”) trading and financing centre presents an important strategic opportunity to strengthen the city’s innovation economy and broaden financing channels for enterprises.

RICS responds to MHCLG New Towns Consultation

RICS has submitted its response to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) consultation on the New Towns Draft Programme, broadly supporting the initiative and raising concerns about the practicalities of delivery.

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Spotlight on Walsall

Recently our Black Country Local Member Group hosted an insight event on Walsall Council's £1.5Bn regeneration and investment programme.

Bridging Global and Local: The Growing Influence of RICS Qualifications in Japan’s Real Estate

This article explores the impact and relevance of RICS qualifications in the Japanese real estate market, comparing it with local credentials and highlighting its role in addressing emerging market trends.

China Commercial Enterprise Space Low Carbon Property Survey Questionnaire

As the global professional body in the built environment, RICS plays a pivotal role in collaborating with diverse industry stakeholders and universities in each local market.

Client perspective: what makes a good project manager?

As an experience client, Ann Allen MBE FRICS, reflects on what qualities and skills make a good project manager

How closing the infrastructure gap for Indigenous Communities is key to achieving Canada's ESG goals

BTY Group is a leading quantity surveying, project management and construction advisory consultancy established in 1978. The firm is a longstanding member of RICS with a diverse staff of more than 160 professionals, including chartered surveyors, project managers and engineers.

RICS Property Investment Forum 2024

The RICS Property Investment Forum was set up in response to the global financial crisis (GFC) and convenes up to four times a year.

The future of real estate valuations: The impact of ESG

How can we truly embed ESG requirements into real estate valuations? Written by experts from the RICS Europe Leaders’ Forum, this paper and its accompanying data list examine the current legislative situation and market drivers around ESG and valuation in Europe.

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RICS responds to Michael Gove’s speech on the National Planning Policy Framework

In a speech in Central London yesterday, Michael Gove, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities announced plans to ‘supercharge’ development across the UK as part of the recently unveiled National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

RICS reaction to the Scottish Budget 2024-2025

On Tuesday, the Scottish Government published its draft budget for 2024-2025.

Supporting Defra through carbon measurement

DEFRA launched its Timber in Construction roadmap, with RICS as a member of the working group.

Cushman & Wakefield reduce carbon production through re-purposing and recycling

At Cushman & Wakefield, we prioritise the need to protect and promote sustainable value. Our sustainability strategy commits to tangible sustainability goals.

Laing O’Rourke demonstrate how informed decisions on building materials can halve carbon emissions

In Australia, Laing O’Rourke focuses on delivering transport infrastructure projects (predominantly rail and road); defence infrastructure; buildings at the transport interface; and exploring opportunities in renewable energy and sectors.