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Welcome to RICS

As a globally recognised professional body, everything we do is designed to effect positive change in the built and natural environments.

Q1 2025 Global Performance Report

This report covers RICS’ performance from January to March 2025

Fire Safety (Competency Module)

This module is available at no additional cost to the Qualification Package subscribers; it is also included in our CPD Support Pack.

Sector Standards

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

Join an RICS Board, Committee or Engagement Group

Black Book

Assessment Platform

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Reporting Concerns

RICS consumer guides

Navigating property decisions can be overwhelming. RICS has created a library of free, easy-to-understand consumer guides to help.

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News & Insights

Fire safety

Read the latest guidance and developments from RICS in the area of fire safety.

RICS appoints leading professional qualifications expert to lead entry and assessment transformation

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has appointed Sarah Hutchinson as Chair of the newly established Entry and Assessment Review Design, Implementation and Oversight Group.

RICS Seeks Member Views on Updated Cladding Valuation Standard

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), will launch an online consultation on Monday 14 July, on the second edition of its valuation standard for ‘Secured lending valuation of properties in multi-storey, multi-occupancy residential buildings with cladding’.

RICS UK VPS 3 - regulated purpose valuation survey – summary of responses

RICS is undertaking this survey to understand how the UK VPS 3 valuation standards (including rotation policy) are impacting stakeholders and to provide insight into our future direction.

Development Taxes and Levies: TCPA - Cambridge University, Discussion Paper Launch at RICS

Development Taxes and Levies: TCPA - Cambridge University, Discussion Paper Launch at RICS

English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - supporting the built environment

RICS welcomes the announcement of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - much of which looks set to enable local communities to make key decisions which could unleash economic growth potential across the country.

Exploring new professional pathways for RICS membership

As industries evolve and new specialisms emerge, RICS is committed to staying ahead of the curve. We're launching a pilot programme to explore the potential for three new professional pathways that could expand the profession’s reach and better serve the changing needs of markets and employers.

Bill proposes ‘banning’ Upwards Only Rent Reviews

The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill proposes banning Upward Only Rent Reviews for new commercial leases.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

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

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

UK house sales stabilise but uncertainties remain

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has published its UK Residential Market Survey for June 2025.

Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – July 2025

June saw us gather for the 2025 RICS annual general meeting (AGM). It was a privilege to be joined by hundreds of members, both online and in person, and to hear from the many members who took to the stage to speak about their work with RICS. Thank you for your commitment to our organisation.

Profession & Standards

RICS develops and enforces leading international standards, protecting consumers and businesses by ensuring the utmost level of professionalism is employed across the built and natural environment.

The regulatory functions of RICS relating to Standards and Professional Development are led and overseen by the Standards and Regulation Board (SRB).

Profession & Standards

Profession & Standards Quick Links

RICS Valuation - Global Standards ('Red Book')

Black Book

Fire Safety

Rules of conduct

RICS Professional Development Packages

Embrace your professional development, navigate your way to professional status or drive your organisation forward with our support packages.

Upcoming Training and Events

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

Tue 18 Mar 2025 – Wed 10 Dec 2025 • 08:00 - 18:30 CUT • 3.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Web Class

Global Development Appraisals Method and Process - 3 Part Series

Wed 9 Jul 2025 – Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 10:00 - 11:30 CUT • 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Web Class

Global Home Surveys in Practice - 3 Part Series

Fri 18 Jul 2025 – Thu 31 Jul 2025 • 13:00 - 15:00 CUT • 6 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Networking

RICS in East Midlands – Chair’s summer reception

Tue 22 Jul 2025 • 16:00 - 19:00 BST • SIX, Radcliffe Road Stand, Trent Bridge, Nottingham, NG2 6AG

Free

Webinar

Client Money Workshop

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 08:30 CUT • 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Webinar

RICS Matrics London: Webinar - Quantification and Costing masterclass

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 11:30 CUT • Online

£5

Networking

RICS Matrics Birmingham: Candidate Support - Debunking the interview, panel discussion

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 16:30 - 18:00 BST • RICS Members Space, 5th Floor, 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2AA

Free

Networking

RICS Matrics Leicester: Networking - Rounders & Pub Dinner

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 17:30 - 20:30 BST • Victoria Park, Granville Road, Leicester, LE1 7RY

£12

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics Lancashire: Networking - Summer Social

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 18:00 - 20:00 BST • Hollywood Bowl, Unit 1-9, Animate, Tenterfield St, Preston, PR1 2BL

Free

Networking

RICS Matrics Edinburgh: Site Visit - Harmony Lodge (Historic House)

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 18:00 - 19:30 BST • Harmony Lodge, 6 Ellersly Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6JA

£3

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics Kent & Over Run Project: Networking – Coastal Run with Pizza & Drinks

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 18:30 - 20:30 BST • Margate Beach (opposite GB Pizza Co.), 14 Marine Drive, Margate, CT9 1DH

Free

Networking

RICS Matrics Devon and Cornwall: Networking - Softball

Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 18:30 - 20:30 BST • Wilson Field Baseball Park, Central Park, Plymouth, PL2 3DG

£2

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What are the benefits of RICS membership?

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