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Tech Partner Programme talk with Technology Blueprint

18 November 2021

What is the Unique Property Reference Number (UPRN)? Why is it a good idea? What are the benefits? Who can benefit? What are the barriers to adopting the UPRN more widely? How can the marketplace work together to remove these barriers?

Vik Tara from Technology Blueprint speaks with Andrew Knight on these topics as they discuss the opportunities for broader adoption of the UPRN in the UK.

More information regarding the Tech Partner Programme and our partner Technology Blueprint can be found at www.rics.org/techpartner.

RICS Tech Partner discussion with Technology Blueprint - UPRN's and their benefit

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