Welcome to RICS

As a globally recognised professional body, everything we do is designed to effect positive change in the built and natural environments.

Q3 2024 Global Performance Report

Read our latest highlights and continued progress in many areas, including standards development, member engagement, and supporting a diverse next gen

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Whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) for the built environment

Learn about the RICS whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) standard and why it is key to reducing whole life emissions across the built environment.

Useful Links

Sector Standards

Log your CPD

Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

Join an RICS Board, Committee or Engagement Group

Renew my membership

Find out about your professional fees, how to renew your status, apply for concessions and how to pay your renewal fees

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News & Insights

Norfolk Good for Good Skills Exchange

Norfolk Skills Exchange enables voluntary and community groups in Norfolk with the greatest need to access a variety of professional support pro bono. These groups can then focus their resources on delivering frontline services and supporting people in need.

RICS Joins the Liege Declaration: A Bold Step Towards Sustainable Development

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has recently joined the Liege Declaration, an influential commitment to sustainable development and climate action.

Decarbonisation at the Core of Europe's Industrial Strategy: Implications for the Built Environment

As Europe moves forward with its ambitious climate goals, decarbonisation has become a central pillar of industrial policy.

RICS Contributions Featured in Final New European Bauhaus (NEB) Investment Guidelines

We are pleased to announce that RICS has made significant contributions to the final New European Bauhaus (NEB) Investment Guidelines, a key report developed by the European Commission and the European Investment Bank.

Launch of the Final Sector Paper on Operationalising the Property Value

RICS is proud to announce the publication of the final Sector Paper on Operationalising the Property Value, a critical milestone in advancing the real estate sector's alignment with Basel III regulatory requirements.

Implementing Long-term Prudent Valuation Models: RICS Insights

A recent article in the RICS Property Journal discusses the implementation of long-term prudent valuation models, a critical topic for financial stability and risk management in real estate.

RICS Joins the Antwerp Declaration on Industrial Policy

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is proud to announce its endorsement of the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal.

Understanding the Impact of the EU Data Act on RICS Members

In an era driven by data and digital transformation, regulatory frameworks play a crucial role in ensuring the responsible and secure handling of information.

Construction 2050 Alliance Urges Collaboration in Letter Ahead of Commissioner-Designate Hearings

On 4 November 2024, the Construction 2050 Alliance, of which RICS is a proud member, addressed a letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

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RICS Welcomes Progress on Leasehold Reform

On 21 November 2024, Matthew Pennycook, Minister for Housing and Planning, provided an update on the next steps to reforming the leasehold market.

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RICS Launches Sustainability Report for 2024

This publication outlines the state of the world's green and sustainable real estate, while also highlighting essential policy recommendations, to help drive the UK’s built environment sector towards decarbonisation.

Digital Twins: What do we mean and how will they shape the future

Aaliyah Pollock moderates a conversation with Siddharth Kumar from Eartheon, Mohit Manoj from Fabrik, Ádám Korbuly from Orthograph, and Anthony Peake from Intelligent AI.

Profession & Standards

RICS develops and enforces leading international standards, protecting consumers and businesses by ensuring the utmost level of professionalism is employed across the built and natural environment.

The regulatory functions of RICS relating to Standards and Professional Development are led and overseen by the Standards and Regulation Board (SRB).

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Profession & Standards

Profession & Standards Quick Links

RICS Valuation - Global Standards ('Red Book')

Black Book

Fire Safety

Rules of conduct

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RICS Professional Development Packages

Embrace your professional development, navigate your way to professional status or drive your organisation forward with our support packages.

Upcoming Training and Events

Web Class

APC Supervisor and Counsellor Guide - Two-Part Series

• 3.0 hours formal CPD • Online

From £101

+ VAT

Dispute Resolution

Diploma in Adjudication (South Africa)

• 255 hours formal CPD • Dispute Resolution • Online

From R43000

+ VAT

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

• 3 hours CPD • Online

Free

Dispute resolution

Diploma in Adjudication in the Construction Industry

• 420 hours formal CPD • Online

£3919

+ VAT

Web Class

APC – Preparing for Your Final Assessment – Two-Part Series

• 4.5 hours formal CPD • Online

From £101

+ VAT

Web Class

UK & Ireland Residential Retrofit - 5 Part Series

• 7.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £258

+ VAT

Seminar

RICS in Birmingham - Roofing, fire, and the building regulations

Mon 25 Nov 2024 • 08:45 - 10:30 BST • 1.5 Hours Formal CPD • RICS, 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2AA

RICS Yorkshire and Humber Board: CPD Event - The Future of Surveying

Mon 25 Nov 2024 • 10:00 - 16:00 BST • 2.5 Formal CPD Hours • The Wave, University of Sheffield, 2 Whitham Rd, S10 2AH

Seminar

RICS Valuer Registration: Red Book Compliance

• 1.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

RICS Yorkshire & Humber Christmas Drinks and Nibbles

Mon 25 Nov 2024 • 16:30 - 22:00 GMT • Bar Kelham, 50 Green Lane, Sheffield, S3 8SE

£5

Networking

RICS Wales & North West Member Engagement Event and Christmas Lunch

Tue 26 Nov 2024 • 10:00 - 15:00 GMT • 2.0 Hours Formal CPD • Beaufort Park Hotel and Conference Centre, Mold, CH7 6RQ

£15

Seminar

RICS in Birmingham - Basement waterproofing standards & solutions

Tue 26 Nov 2024 • 12:00 - 13:30 GMT • 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • RICS, 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2AA

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