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News & opinion 20 Jan 2020

The economic significance of facilities management

We explore the impact of maintenance work on UK GDP

News & opinion 2 Jan 2020

2020 forecast: renovation costs are rising in the office sector

Amie Silverwood explores the rising costs of renovating office space to stay up to date with the latest innovations and looks at how adopting international standards could help mitigate this

News & opinion 13 Dec 2019

Property Journal: January-February 2020

Space-hungry, land-poor cities around the world are looking for creative approaches to space – so this issue goes in both directions to discuss airspace development and mega-basements, as well as dealing with topics from sustainab...

News & opinion 10 Dec 2019

How digital data collection can make surveys more efficient

Vicky Green describes how on site digital data collection can offer a faster, more consistent and more flexible way of carrying out surveys than the traditional approach

News & opinion 9 Dec 2019

Why understanding ADR is mandatory for surveyors

Dispute resolution is an invaluable skill that RICS can develop with their specialist knowledge and experience

News & opinion 26 Nov 2019

Opinion: Perception matters in commercial real estate

A long-term agenda for change is needed to improve the public’s perception of the property industry, says Melanie Leech CBE

News & opinion 28 Oct 2019

BCIS forecasts for the FM sector

The BCIS five-year forecasts for the facilities management sector, including maintenance costs, cleaning costs and energy prices

News & opinion 4 Oct 2019

Three strikes and housing is out of focus

RICS analyses the lack of Government conviction surrounding the current housing crisis

News & opinion 3 Oct 2019

Property Journal: October-November 2019

Efficiency in residential energy use and public estate management are among the topics covered in this issue.

News & opinion 30 Sep 2019

ICMS 2nd edition: an international cost model for life cycle costs

ICMS 2 presents a globally standardised way of cost reporting for portfolios, programs and projects around the world.

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

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 27 Sep 2019

Modernising Home Surveys

Our Home Surveys consultation identified a need for a professional statement.

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 17 Sep 2019

Parliamentary questions

We spoke to those at the heart of the project to renovate and restore the Houses of Parliament.

All news 9 Sep 2019

Introducing: Scan to BIM

Detailed, accurate computer models derived from laser scans bring some of the transformational benefits of building information modelling to older buildings, explains Raymond Murphy MRICS

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 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.

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The economic significance of facilities management

2020 forecast: renovation costs are rising in the office sector

Property Journal: January-February 2020

How digital data collection can make surveys more efficient

Why understanding ADR is mandatory for surveyors

Opinion: Perception matters in commercial real estate

BCIS forecasts for the FM sector

Three strikes and housing is out of focus

Property Journal: October-November 2019

ICMS 2nd edition: an international cost model for life cycle costs

What do the new Service Charges Rules mean for you?

Is there a place for heritage in smart cities?

Modernising Home Surveys

RICS welcome new government commitment to metro mayors and city devolution

Parliamentary questions

Introducing: Scan to BIM

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

Policy Statement: Private Rented Sector in England