Welcome to RICS

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

Q1 2025 Global Performance Report

This report covers RICS’ performance from January to March 2025

Fire Safety (Competency Module)

This module is available at no additional cost to the Qualification Package subscribers; it is also included in our CPD Support Pack.

Useful Links

Sector Standards

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

Join an RICS Board, Committee or Engagement Group

RICS annual review 2024

A year of transformation for RICS. Read on to find out how we’re shaping an experience-led, member-centric organisation, driving positive change.

News & Insights

Bill proposes ‘banning’ Upwards Only Rent Reviews

The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill proposes banning Upward Only Rent Reviews for new commercial leases.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

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

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

UK house sales stabilise but uncertainties remain

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has published its UK Residential Market Survey for June 2025.

Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – July 2025

June saw us gather for the 2025 RICS annual general meeting (AGM). It was a privilege to be joined by hundreds of members, both online and in person, and to hear from the many members who took to the stage to speak about their work with RICS. Thank you for your commitment to our organisation.

RICS Welcomes Building Safety Wales Bill

RICS welcomes the Welsh Government’s introduction of the Building Safety (Wales) Bill, a landmark step in delivering a safer built environment for residents across Wales.

RICS CEO comments on UK Government leasehold reforms

RICS has responded to the UK Government's leasehold reforms announced this morning.

Sharing our achievements and ambitions at the RICS Annual General Meeting 2025

On Thursday 26 June, RICS held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Great George Street.

Fire safety

Read the latest guidance and developments from RICS in the area of fire safety.

Planning for a liveable and resilient city

RICS recently caught up with Hugh Lim, Executive Director at the Centre for Liveable Cities (CLC), to explore Singapore’s approaches in shaping a resilient, liveable city that balances economic growth and sustainability targets.

RICS CEO comments on government's social housing plans

RICS CEO Justin Young commented on the UK Government’s Social and Affordable Homes Programme.

UK Influence and Advocacy Update - June 2025

As the built environment continues to take centre stage in the UK Government’s agenda, RICS has remained at the forefront

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).

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

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

• 3.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Webinar

Global Residential Property Defects - 4 Part Series

• 6.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £214.50

+ VAT

Web Class

Global Introduction to Whole Life Carbon Assessment - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Web Class

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

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Webinar

Global JCT Delivering Construction Projects - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Web Class

Global Development Appraisals Method and Process - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Conference

Residential Property Conference 2025

Tue 15 Jul 2025 • 08:00 - 16:30 BST • 5.5 Hours Formal CPD • Salford University School of Arts, Media & Creative Technology, University of Salford, Salford, M5 4WT

From £160

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics South Wales: Candidate Support - The APC Process - Mandatory Competencies

Tue 15 Jul 2025 • 09:00 - 11:00 BST • RICS Wales Office, 8a Creative Quarter, Morgans Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1AF

Free

Webinar

UK Ensuring Accessibility in the Built Environment Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £26

+ VAT

RICS in the East of England: Norwich - Lunchtime Lectures - Professional Insurance issues

Wed 16 Jul 2025 • 12:00 - 14:00 BST • 2.0 Hours Formal CPD • The Maids Head Hotel, 20 Tombland, Norwich NR3 1LB

£25

Networking

RICS in West Midlands: Meet the Board & Networking - Shropshire

Wed 16 Jul 2025 • 13:00 - 15:00 BST • The Wroxeter Hotel, Wroxeter, Shrewsbury, SY5 6PH

Free

Webinar

Middle East APC Prep Day

• 6.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £219.50

+ VAT

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