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    RICS welcomes the UK Government's commitment to expanding the supply of social & affordable housing

    The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) welcomes the UK Government's commitment to expanding the supply of social and affordable housing through the first major allocation from its £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme.

    UK housing market remains subdued as buyer demand and sales struggle to gain momentum

    The UK housing market remained subdued in July, with buyer demand and agreed sales showing little sign of a meaningful recovery, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Residential Market Survey.

    London drives improvement in UK commercial property whilst AI boom continues energising data centres

    Tenant demand across the UK commercial property market showed signs of improvement during the second quarter of 2026, although the recovery remains heavily concentrated in London, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Commercial Property Monitor.

    RICS backs UK Government technical education pathways to build the next generation of surveyors

    Earlier exposure to surveying and technical learning could widen access to the profession and help address persistent skills shortages.

    RICS CEO comments on UK Government cutting business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues

    RICS CEO Justin Young commented on the UK Government announcement that it is cutting business rates by 20% for pubs, clubs, and live music venues.

    RICS will support Prime Minister to maintain momentum on home buying and selling reform

    RICS will work with Andy Burnham’s government to prioritise a faster, more transparent and professionally regulated property market.

    RICS: UK housing market remains subdued, but downturn shows signs of easing

    The UK housing market continued to show weak momentum in June, although the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Residential Market Survey signals that the recent downturn may be easing.

    RICS and SISV Sign Mutual Recognition Deal to Boost Quantity Surveyor Mobility

    The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV) are pleased to announce that they have entered into a Mutual Recognition Agreement to benefit their respective members and further strengthen the relationship between both organisations.

    RICS launches new global sustainability guide and UN Global Compact report

    New publications underline RICS’ role in equipping surveyors to deliver sustainable, resilient and inclusive built and natural environments.

    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.

    RICS responds to Government call for evidence on future regulation of professions

    The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) today responded to the UK Government’s call for evidence on the future regulation of professions, including proposals that could shape the future oversight of the built environment and construction sector.

    Higher mortgage rates continue to dampen UK residential buyer demand

    The April 2026 RICS UK Residential Market Survey points to a subdued housing market, with higher mortgage rates and wider geopolitical uncertainty continuing to weigh on buyer demand and sales activity. Forward-looking indicators suggest muted conditions are likely to persist over the coming months.

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