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News & opinion 30 Sep 2019
What do the new Service Charges Rules mean for you?

Our mandatory professional statement came into effect on 1 April 2019 with the aim of improving standards, fairness and transparency in the management of service charges and reducing the causes of disputes.
News & opinion 27 Sep 2019
Housing on Labour's agenda

The annual political party conferences may look like organised chaos – even more so this year because of Brexit and the Supreme Court ruling – but they are excellent opportunities to find out what is on politicians’ agendas.
News & opinion 27 Sep 2019
Modernising Home Surveys

Our Home Surveys consultation identified a need for a professional statement.
News & opinion 27 Sep 2019
Is there a place for heritage in smart cities?

As cities grow and face new challenges of utilising inner-city space, does built heritage still have a place?
News & opinion 26 Sep 2019
Diverse construction

As part of Black History Month, Bola Abisogun OBE reflects on the need for continual change in the construction industry in recognising and rewarding BAME professionals
News & opinion 26 Sep 2019
RICS welcome new government commitment to metro mayors and city devolution

Metro mayors and city leaders are setting aside political differences to call for more powers and control over their own destiny.
News & opinion 25 Sep 2019
Jeremy Corbyn's speech: Ambitious, bold, and repeated

There was a sense of deja-vu in Jeremy Corbyn’s leader’s speech; with echoes of statements we heard at last year’s Labour conference in Liverpool: Brexit, housing, nationalisation and electioneering.
News & opinion 24 Sep 2019
Labour’s Green Industrial Revolution to boost infrastructure

In the immediate wake of the recent Global Climate Strike and the United Nations Climate Action Summit, Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell set the scene at Labour’s Conference by labelling climate change as the most important politi...
News & opinion 17 Sep 2019
Parliamentary questions

We spoke to those at the heart of the project to renovate and restore the Houses of Parliament.
News & opinion 9 Sep 2019
£1bn welcome but high streets need root and branch changes

Will additional funding to the Future High Street Fund bring the fundamental changes needed to make a lasting difference to how our high streets look?
News & opinion 9 Sep 2019
Opinion: Money laundering in the property world

We must all work together to raise awareness of money laundering in property, says Duncan Hames
Press release 3 Sep 2019
RICS Housing Hub to cement industry wide approach to build more homes

Influential property professionals and organisations will unite at a unique housing expo hosted by RICS this month, to present a united front to politicians and advisors in demonstrating expertise and commitment in making the hous...
News & opinion 2 Sep 2019
BCIS Schedule of rates and price books updated for 2020

Costs have generally risen between 1.8% to 3.8% over the last 12 months. However, the picture is not the same across all trades.
News & opinion 30 Aug 2019
Resilient cities require smartly-costed infrastructure

Whether it’s an accumulation of chronic stresses, or abrupt events such as flooding, cities must now adapt and build capacity in order to thrive.
News & opinion 21 Aug 2019
Policy Statement: Private Rented Sector in England

We have produced a policy statement in the face of continued government interference in the PRS which is causing landlords to leave the market; leakage of stock into sale; and lowers standards for tenants.
News & opinion 16 Aug 2019
Is the surveying industry ready to collaborate on big data?

BIM, Internet of Things, 3D scanning… we’ve never had so much data on our hands. Our panel of proptech experts find out how built environment professionals can make the most of this golden opportunity.
News & opinion 16 Aug 2019
Deconstructed: urban farming

Could urban farming be a viable way to improve resilience and lower emissions in our cities, or are the challenges of growing enough crops to support local populations too great?
News & opinion 8 Aug 2019
T-Levels: an opportunity for diversity

T-Levels are new vocational programmes designed with employers to give young people the technical skills that industry needs.
News & opinion 1 Aug 2019
PM’s rail pledge will empower the people of the North

The new prime minister's announcement to turbo-charge regional growth could finally satisfy those awaiting the fulfilment of the "Northern Powerhouse" promises.
News & opinion 29 Jul 2019
Housebuilders’ costs rising as output continues to increase

The BCIS Private Housing Construction Price Index (PHCPI) calculated using housebuilders' costs for 1Q2019 show an increase of 0.9% on the previous quarter.

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What do the new Service Charges Rules mean for you?

Housing on Labour's agenda

Modernising Home Surveys

Is there a place for heritage in smart cities?

Diverse construction

RICS welcome new government commitment to metro mayors and city devolution

Jeremy Corbyn's speech: Ambitious, bold, and repeated

Labour’s Green Industrial Revolution to boost infrastructure

Parliamentary questions

£1bn welcome but high streets need root and branch changes

Opinion: Money laundering in the property world

RICS Housing Hub to cement industry wide approach to build more homes

BCIS Schedule of rates and price books updated for 2020

Resilient cities require smartly-costed infrastructure

Policy Statement: Private Rented Sector in England

Is the surveying industry ready to collaborate on big data?

Deconstructed: urban farming

T-Levels: an opportunity for diversity

PM’s rail pledge will empower the people of the North

Housebuilders’ costs rising as output continues to increase

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