Welcome to RICS

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

Kindly note that RICS identified a technology disruption affecting submission of concerns about RICS Regulated Members through the rics.org Reporting Concerns Form between 24 June and 16 July 2024. If you submitted your concern during this period please could you resubmit your concerns via email with the full details to complaints@rics.org. On behalf of RICS, we would like to apologise for any inconvenience this has caused and confirm that we will prioritise assessment of your concerns if this service disruption affected you.

Global Quarterly Reporting

Read the latest Q1 2024 Report.

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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

Annual Review 2023

Download and read the 2023 annual reports

Governance Report

Remuneration Report

Standards and Regulation Board Report

Report and Financial Statements

2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM)

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Surveyors House at RICS Westminster

Whether you’re hosting a corporate event or a special celebration, RICS provides a prestigious setting that will leave a lasting impression on your guests.

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News & Insights

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

Frequently asked questions relating to Cladding External Wall Systems (EWS) in relation to fire safety.

Whole life cost in real estate: Sustainability by design (part two)

In a recent webinar, a panel of experts discussed whether a whole life cost strategy can enhance decision-making in the design and operation of assets and lead to more informed investment decisions.

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King’s Speech 2024 shows the built and natural environment centre of government’s plan

The King’s Speech 2024 marks the detailed start of the new government’s legislative programme.

Delivering the homes we need: actions for change

Solutions the Labour Party can introduce to unlock housing supply

Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO - July 2024

In recent weeks, we have seen the hard work of delivering our strategy start to reap tangible rewards.

‘Shaping the Future’ member engagement events – insights and next steps

Throughout May and June representatives from the UK Regional Boards, RICS leadership and market teams co-hosted a series of member engagement events in partnership with UK regional boards in Northern Ireland, North East, Yorkshire & Humber, North West and Midlands

Technology and Innovation Weekly Digest

This week we’ll look at how Grosvenor Property UK, Zillow, Switchee, BlackRock, and the UAE Ministry of Energy are improving operations through the use of technology, investments, and green efforts.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

On 5th July 2021, the Building Safety Bill was introduced to Parliament. Here we answer Frequently Asked Questions.

The Role of AI in Achieving Sustainability

This panel discussion, moderated by Aaliyah Pollock, features Brittany Harris from Qualis Flow, Tom Somers from SkenarioLabs and Steven Bennet from Firstplanit.

Financing net zero neighbourhoods in the UK: An integrated approach

How can we finance the retrofit of over 29 million homes in the UK? In a recent webinar, a panel of experts discussed 3Ci’s ‘Net Zero Neighbourhoods’ initiative and the advantages to place-based investment.

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RICS Residential Property Monitor - June 2024

Post-election bounce sees UK set for rise in housing market optimism

Optimising Infrastructure Construction Project Management

Andrew Knight interviews Jarkko Hämäläinen, Pasi Joensuu, and Olli Planting from Infrakit. They discuss their innovative approach of a vendor neutral platform common data environment to optimise infrastructure projects by connecting BIM, surveying, and site data.

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

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

Webinar

Residential Property Defects

• 6.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £195

+ VAT

Web Class

Commercial Landlord and Tenant: Rent Review and Lease Renewals - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £165

+ VAT

Web Class

APC Supervisor and Counsellor Guide - two-part series

• 3.0 hours formal CPD • Online

From £98

+ VAT

Web Class

Business / Soft Skills Competency Demonstration - 2-Part Webinar Series

• 3.0 Formal Hours CPD • Online

From £98

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics AND NJLD Nottingham: Networking - Summer Soirée

Fri 19 Jul 2024 - Sat 20 Jul 2024 • 19:30 - 00:00 BST • Holme Pierrepont Hall, Nottingham, East Midlands, NG12 2LD, United Kingdom

£35

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics Lancashire: Networking - Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show

Sat 20 Jul 2024 • 09:30 - 17:00 BST • Royal Lancashire Agricultural Showground, Salesbury Hall Rd, Ribchester, Preston, PR3 3XR

£20

Networking

100 Years of Placemaking: A Journey through the Lee Gardens Area Community Guided Tour

Sat 20 Jul 2024 • 15:45 - 17:15 HKT • Lee Gardens Area, 1/F atrium, Hysan Place (opposite lululemon), Hong Kong SAR

Free

Web Class

FIDIC Contract Principles and Practical Use - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £181.50

+ VAT

Webinar

Global Impact of Biodiversity Net Gain on Land and Development Land Values

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £25

+ VAT

Webinar

Global Valuation Audits Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £25

+ VAT

Online Training

India Retail Shopping Malls: How to Manage these Complex Property Investments Better! Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Networking

RICS Matrics Manchester: Networking - Summer Event at Black Cat

Thu 25 Jul 2024 • 17:30 - 22:30 BST • Black Cat Club, 43A Brown St, Manchester, M2 2JJ

£5

RICS Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024

The AGM was an opportunity for members to hear from the President and Chair of the RICS Governing Council Tina Paillet FRICS, and CEO Justin Young with an update on RICS performance and activities.

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