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Subdued momentum persists in UK housing market amidst Autumn Budget uncertainty

The latest RICS UK Residential Market Survey reveals that subdued momentum continued to characterise the housing market in September.

RICS responds to major changes in home buying and selling

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) welcomes today’s announcement that the UK Government will launch a consultation on wide-ranging reforms to the home buying and selling process.

Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS to become RICS Senior Vice President for 2026

Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS has been elected to join the RICS Presidential Team as Senior Vice President (SVP) for 2026, commencing her term on 1 January 2026.

Optimism high for AI in construction but skills shortages and integration challenges adoption

The construction industry stands on the brink of a digital transformation driven by artificial intelligence (AI), according to a new global report from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

RICS launches global construction standards consultation

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is calling on construction professionals across the globe to respond to its new consultation on global construction standards.

Housing market weakens as buyer demand softens and prices retain downward pressure

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Residential Survey for August 2025 reveals a continued slowdown in housing market activity, with buyer demand, sales, and new listings all under pressure.

RICS launches landmark global standard on responsible use of AI in surveying

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has published the first global professional standard for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in surveying practice - a decisive move to guide the profession through the rapid evolution of AI technologies.

RICS congratulates new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government

Housing and the built environment are rightly central to the UK’s growth agenda, and it is essential that momentum for reform continues to unlock construction and give the sector confidence.

RICS works with AAT to unlock financial planning courses for surveyors

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is working with AAT (The Association of Accounting Technicians) to promote an entry-level finance course for its members.

RICS calls for expressions of interest for pilot programmes of new professional pathways

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is calling for expressions of interest from professionals and employers for two new planned pathways to RICS membership.

RICS launches consultation on updated Home Survey standard

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) announces the launch of a public consultation on proposed updates to the RICS Home survey standard, the definitive framework for residential property surveys across the UK.

Housing sales market remains challenging as previous recovery signs falter

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Residential Survey for July 2025 saw the housing market retreat slightly as previous signs of recovery became uncertain.

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Press Release

Subdued momentum persists in UK housing market amidst Autumn Budget uncertainty

09 Oct 2025

The latest RICS UK Residential Market Survey reveals that subdued momentum continued to characterise the housing market in September.

Press Release

RICS responds to major changes in home buying and selling

06 Oct 2025

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) welcomes today’s announcement that the UK Government will launch a consultation on wide-ranging reforms to the home buying and selling process.

Press Release

Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS to become RICS Senior Vice President for 2026

30 Sep 2025

Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS has been elected to join the RICS Presidential Team as Senior Vice President (SVP) for 2026, commencing her term on 1 January 2026.

Press Release

Optimism high for AI in construction but skills shortages and integration challenges adoption

16 Sep 2025

The construction industry stands on the brink of a digital transformation driven by artificial intelligence (AI), according to a new global report from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Press Release

RICS launches global construction standards consultation

16 Sep 2025

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is calling on construction professionals across the globe to respond to its new consultation on global construction standards.

Press Release

Housing market weakens as buyer demand softens and prices retain downward pressure

11 Sep 2025

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Residential Survey for August 2025 reveals a continued slowdown in housing market activity, with buyer demand, sales, and new listings all under pressure.

Press Release

RICS launches landmark global standard on responsible use of AI in surveying

10 Sep 2025

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has published the first global professional standard for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in surveying practice - a decisive move to guide the profession through the rapid evolution of AI technologies.

RICS congratulates new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government

05 Sep 2025

Housing and the built environment are rightly central to the UK’s growth agenda, and it is essential that momentum for reform continues to unlock construction and give the sector confidence.

Press Release

RICS works with AAT to unlock financial planning courses for surveyors

03 Sep 2025

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is working with AAT (The Association of Accounting Technicians) to promote an entry-level finance course for its members.

Press Release

RICS calls for expressions of interest for pilot programmes of new professional pathways

26 Aug 2025

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is calling for expressions of interest from professionals and employers for two new planned pathways to RICS membership.

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