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RICS works with AAT to unlock financial planning courses for surveyors

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is working with AAT (The Association of Accounting Technicians) to promote an entry-level finance course for its members.

RICS responds to Scottish Government’s Housing Emergency Action Plan

Yesterday, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing, Mhari McAllan set out Scottish Government’s Housing Emergency Action Plan, which details the Government’s next set of actions to tackle homelessness, mitigate rent increases and deliver additional housing across multiple tenure-types.

12 Years of CAP: A Milestone in Conflict Avoidance

The coming weeks will mark 12 years since our first conversations with Transport for London (TfL) sparked the development of what would become a transformative tool for the construction industry: the RICS Conflict Avoidance Process (CAP).

RICS calls for expressions of interest for pilot programmes of new professional pathways

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is calling for expressions of interest from professionals and employers for two new planned pathways to RICS membership.

RICS launches global consultation on updated expert witness standard

RICS is starting a public consultation on 26 August 2025 for the 5th edition of its professional standard, Surveyors acting as expert witnesses.

RICS launches consultation on updated Home Survey standard

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) announces the launch of a public consultation on proposed updates to the RICS Home survey standard, the definitive framework for residential property surveys across the UK.

Semiconductor demand presents professional opportunity

With the global market for semiconductors approaching $1tr there is a growing need for production facilities – and quantity surveyors can play a critical part in fulfilling this demand.

Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – August 2025

At the heart of our work at RICS, is our responsibility for regulating members in the public interest, which forms an integral part of our Royal Charter.

Housing sales market remains challenging as previous recovery signs falter

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Residential Survey for July 2025 saw the housing market retreat slightly as previous signs of recovery became uncertain.

RICS collaborates with CISL to advance sustainable built and natural environment

RICS announces a new project with CISL which will align CISL’s sustainability leadership expertise with RICS’ mission to achieve a built and natural environment that is sustainable, resilient and inclusive for all.

Australia: Construction market continues on its steady 2025 path

RICS has released its latest Global Construction Monitor, highlighting a strong and resilient outlook for the Australian construction industry in 2025.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

On 5th July 2021, the Building Safety Bill was introduced to Parliament. Here we answer Frequently Asked Questions.

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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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Building a sustainable future: the incredible potential of self-healing concrete

Concrete plays a crucial role in the building structures that shape our modern world, but its inherent susceptibility to cracking and deterioration over time raises questions about long-term durability. Can self-healing concrete revolutionise the way we protect and maintain our structures?

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.