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Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

RICS in Europe - From Reliable Pasts to Volatile Futures: Rethinking Value under Climate Stress

Rethinking asset value in a world shaped by climate change.

RICS joins forces with UK regulators to tackle shared challenges and deliver public value

RICS has joined the UK Regulators Network (UKRN), a respected forum bringing together 17 of the country’s most respected statutory and professional regulators.

RICS appoints Market Director for Asia Pacific

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicky Bowen, as Market Director for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.

Australia: RICS releases updated Red Book Australia National Supplement

RICS has today released the updated edition of the RICS Valuation – Global Standards: Australia National Supplement (commonly known as the Red Book Australia National Supplement), providing essential information for RICS valuation members working within Australian jurisdictions.

RICS responds to Government's Curriculum and Assessment Review

RICS welcomes today’s publication of the Curriculum and Assessment Review. Education is at the heart of a future pipeline of skilled surveyors in the years and decades to come.

Industry leaders and young professionals met to discuss the industry skills gap at RICS HQ

Industry stakeholders and rising stars met at RICS HQ last week to discuss the skills gap and devise practical solutions to help close it.

RICS calls for bold reform by Chancellor to unlock sustainable growth

RICS urges the UK Government to use the 2025 Budget as a pivotal opportunity to modernise the economic and regulatory framework supporting sustainable growth, fairness, and resilience across the built environment.

RICS Japan Member Engagement Group

Continuing to Strengthen Professional Connections and Industry Presence in Japan

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 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.

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.

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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.