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RICS launches consultation on updated party wall practice guidance

RICS has launched a consultation on the draft 8th edition of Party Wall Legislation and Procedure, inviting feedback from surveyors, legal professionals, dispute resolution practitioners and other stakeholders involved in party wall matters in England and Wales.

Valuation issues associated with the conflict in the Middle East

RICS has been engaging with valuation stakeholders located in the Middle East (excluding the Islamic Republic of Iran) in relation to the impact of the recent conflicts in the region.

DRS 50 Panel Member Spotlight: Maggie Stobo

In this spotlight, we speak with Maggie Stobo, Director at MFS Resolution, who reflects on her journey into dispute resolution, her long standing relationship with DRS, and the insights gained from decades of practice in lease advisory, valuation and arbitration.

Summary of the Governing Council meeting, 16 & 18 March 2026

Council is keen to engage with our members and to hear your questions and views and we will be setting time aside on each meeting agenda for this purpose. If you have a question to raise with Council please visit Ask Governing Council (rics.org).

RICS Celebrates Accreditation Milestone with Ankara University and Strengthens Ties with YÖKAK

Anna Galiano met with Prof. Dr. Ramazan Bayindir and RICS members, candidates, and students to advance our education standards in Türkiye.

DRS 50 Panel Member Spotlight – Janey Milligan

Today, we speak with Janey Milligan—a highly respected adjudicator, arbitrator, mediator and expert determiner—who reflects on her day‑to‑day work, her journey into dispute resolution, and the insights she has gained from decades of supporting fair and effective outcomes in construction disputes.

Single Construction Regulator – RICS consultation response

In December 2025, the government published the Single Construction Regulator Prospectus, setting out its proposals for the creation of a coherent regulatory system.

UKREiiF: RICS leads talks on skills, technology, housing and sustainability

At this year’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) 2026, RICS will once again take a leading role in bringing together key voices from the built environment.

Building Safety Act information centre

Information relating to the Building Safety Act, which received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022.

DRS marks 50 years with a spectacular anniversary Gala Dinner at RICS HQ

On Tuesday evening, RICS HQ was transformed as DRS celebrated its 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner to thank the people who over the years have contributed so much to making DRS the success it has become. The event brought together past and present members, colleagues, and supporters of DRS for an evenin

A Talk with Tim Säuberlich - RICS Candidate Newsletter Interview

Valuation Compliance Framework: firm pilot programme

The Valuation Compliance Framework (VCF) is a new firm‑level approach designed to support consistent, high‑quality valuation practice across the profession.

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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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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.

Laing O’Rourke demonstrate how informed decisions on building materials can halve carbon emissions

In Australia, Laing O’Rourke focuses on delivering transport infrastructure projects (predominantly rail and road); defence infrastructure; buildings at the transport interface; and exploring opportunities in renewable energy and sectors.