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UK Influence and Advocacy Update – October 2025

October has been a pivotal month for RICS advocacy, with significant contributions across housing reform, energy efficiency, leasehold protections, and political engagement.

RICS Japan Member Engagement Group

Continuing to Strengthen Professional Connections and Industry Presence in Japan

RICS Announces Member Engagement Group for Hong Kong 2025 - 2027

We are pleased to announce the composition of the RICS Hong Kong Member Engagement Group (HK MEG), chaired by Alan Choi MRICS.

RICS welcomes the introduction of Awaab’s Law

The law mandates that social landlords must investigate and act promptly on health and safety hazards, including damp and mould, reported in their properties.

Understanding Dispute Boards

Over the past few years, there has been much discussion about conflict avoidance and relationship management in the construction sector, particularly around the use of Dispute Review Boards.

RICS position on the Future of Affordable Housing in Europe

As part of the European Commission’s ongoing work on the Affordable Housing Plan, our position paper, developed with the contribution of over 20 European members, outlines actionable recommendations to ensure housing is both accessible and sustainable.

RAAC: Advice and FAQs

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

RICS CEO Justin Young comments on Homes for London announcement

The subdued state of housebuilding in London is routinely reported in the RICS UK Construction survey each quarter.

RICS at the 2025 UK Party Political Conferences

Each year, the UK’s party-political conferences give RICS a valuable platform to champion our profession and the impact of the built and natural environment.

RICS South Korea Member Engagement Group

RICS is proud to announce the launch of the South Korea Member Engagement Group (MEG) – a new initiative designed to enhance local member support, build professional networks, and raise the profile of RICS within the South Korean built environment sector.

Using Adjudication to Decide Low-Value Disputes

I was recently asked by an adjudicator, nominated by RICS, whether he was "allowed" to adopt the Construction Industry Council’s Low Value Disputes Model Adjudication Procedure (LVD MAP).

Survey of the Profession goes live 20 October 2025

The second edition of our biannual global Survey of the Profession for 2025 will be open between 20 October – 28 November and we’d like to hear from you.

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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.