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Built environment bodies deepen joint action on equity, diversity and inclusion with 2025-30 plan

Representing over 400,000 built environment professionals across nine professional institutions, the B.E. Inclusive initiative has agreed the next phase of its joint equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan, building on the three‑year programme launched in 2022.

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

Retrofit leaders meet at RICS HQ to discuss the importance of transformative projects

At the start of this year, RICS members and stakeholders from across industry, academia and government met at RICS HQ for the Quality in Retrofit Summit, held in partnership with the Retrofit Academy.

Summary of the Governing Council meeting, 22 & 23 January 2026

Council is keen to engage with our members and to hear your questions and views and we will be setting time aside on each meeting agenda for this purpose. If you have a question to raise with Council please visit Ask Governing Council (rics.org).

UK construction activity remains subdued as forward indicators signal gradual recovery

Construction activity across the UK remained broadly flat in the final quarter of 2025, according to the latest RICS UK Construction Monitor, although forward-looking indicators point to a modest recovery in 2026.

RICS Strengthens Pathways to Membership in Japan

RICS strengthens its presence in Japan with Recognition of Professional Qualifications (RPQ) agreements with three leading Japanese professional bodies: ARES, JAREA, and BSIJ.

Home Buying and Selling Reform Hub

This page covers some of the key activities that are happening with regards to home buying and selling and sets out how RICS is responding.

Transfer slabs in buildings: Advice and FAQs

This page contains answers to frequently asked questions and advice for the public and members regarding transfer slabs in tall buildings.

RICS Property Investment Forum

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

UK commercial property market shows signs of stabilisation amidst ongoing headwinds

The UK commercial property market remains subdued, but early signs of stabilisation are emerging as sentiment improves modestly across occupier and investment markets, according to the latest RICS UK Commercial Property Monitor for Q4 2025.

RICS publishes updated global standard on ESG and sustainability in commercial property valuation

The new edition sets out a clear, practical framework for how environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors should be reflected in valuation advice worldwide.

RICS CEO comments on reforms to social and private rented housing

The UK Government has announced new reforms and funding to support outcomes for tenants in the social housing and private rental sectors.

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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.