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The Bichard RICS Review

Lord Michael Bichard has published his independent Bichard RICS Review which was commissioned by the RICS Governing Council to review the Institution.

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Protect the profession: shape the financial crime standard

The global fight against financial crime is evolving rapidly, driven by emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency.

Meet the new members of the Asia Pacific WRB

We are delighted to announce three new members to the Asia Pacific World Regional Board: Ram Chandnani MRICS, as Chair of the South Asia Regional Board; Ada Fung FRICS, as Chair of the Hong Kong Regional Advisory Board; and Xie Ying as a World Regional Board Member, representing China.

UK house prices broadly flat amidst global and domestic uncertainty

UK house prices broadly flat whilst gap between lettings supply and demand continues to grow amongst global and domestic uncertainty.

Australian Opposition commits to reducing construction sector pressures

Leader of the Opposition, The Hon Peter Dutton MP, has just handed down the federal budget in reply.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

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

Sustainable development in one of the world’s largest built environments: Meet Eric Wo FRICS

Sustainable development across the real estate industry is a key area of focus for RICS professionals across the globe – and one of the world’s largest built environments, China, is no exception.

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

Summary of the Governing Council meeting, 19 & 21 March 2025

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 launches residential retrofit and improving energy in your home guide

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has launched its guide for retrofitting homes. The free guide provides in-depth information on all aspects of making homes more energy efficient, known as retrofitting.

RICS at UK Construction Week: Bridging the skills gap in the built and natural environment

This year at the UK’s largest built environment event, RICS will deliver a programme designed to promote knowledge transfer and professional growth across the industry.

RICS Announces Three New Members of the APAC World Regional Board

After a rigorous selection process, we are pleased to announce three new members joining the RICS APAC World Regional Board - Ada Fung, Amy Xie, and Ram Chandnani MRICS.

From waste to value: how circularity is reshaping real estate and construction

What if buildings could become material banks, storing resources to be reused and repurposed for future projects? In a recent webinar with Drees & Sommer, experts explore how circularity is transforming the built environment.

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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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Building a sustainable future: the incredible potential of self-healing concrete

Concrete plays a crucial role in the building structures that shape our modern world, but its inherent susceptibility to cracking and deterioration over time raises questions about long-term durability. Can self-healing concrete revolutionise the way we protect and maintain our structures?

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.