RICS commence public consultation on advice to valuers regarding cladding

DRS 50 Tutor Spotlight - Paul Jensen

As DRS marks 50 years, we are celebrating the people who have shaped our education programmes and supported the development of dispute resolvers across the built environment.

Honouring Jeremy David Bagot Bayliss , RICS president 1996-1997

It is with great sadness we announce the recent passing of our former president, Jeremy Bayliss on 27 January 2026.

Remembering Clive Hewitt Lewis, RICS president 1993-1994

We honour the memory of former RICS president, Clive Lewis, who was president from 1993 to 1994.

New chartered designation now available for civil engineering surveyors as RICS partners with CICES

Civil engineering surveyors may now further demonstrate their expertise through a new professional designation launched by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).

Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – February 2026

In my last update I mentioned our commitment to enhancing member value and experience. I’m pleased to share that our new RICS Member App, launched this month, is a key part of that journey, transforming the way members interact with us.

Fire safety

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

Australia: Construction market moves into significantly stronger territory

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released its latest Global Construction Monitor, which highlights gathering strength in the Australian construction industry in 2025.

Australia: Commercial Property Sector continues its recovery with tightening supply

The latest APAC Commercial Property Monitor published by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has confirmed that the commercial property sector is continuing its march into positive territory for the third quarter in a row amidst mixed signals for future performance.

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 report shows early signs of housing market recovery despite ongoing caution

The UK residential property market is showing tentative signs that it may be turning a corner, according to the latest RICS UK Residential Market Survey for January 2026.

Diploma in International Arbitration: supporting professional development

If you’re considering the Diploma in International Arbitration, it helps to hear directly from professionals who’ve completed it: what motivated them, how the training was delivered, what they’ve applied at work, and the impact on their professional goals.

RICS modernises CPD framework and launches new member app

The new CPD framework centres on a flexible, outcomes-based approach that enables RICS' more than 130,000 members to upskill in essential areas including artificial intelligence, environmental sustainability, and evolving client needs.