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

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Q4 2025 Global Quarterly Report

Our latest report is now live.

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Sector Standards

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

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RICS consumer guides

Navigating property decisions can be overwhelming. RICS has created a library of free, easy-to-understand consumer guides to help.

News & Insights

Strengthening the construction industry: Addressing the pressures facing tier 2 contractors

As part of DRS 50, our first Insight Series event brought professionals together to discuss cash flow challenges, contractual risks and the growing need for early intervention to keep projects on track for Tier 1 and Tier 2 Contractors.

Meet David Street MRICS: Lead Assessor in Australia and New Zealand

Read the Q&A to gain insight into the critical role Assessors have and advice for candidates currently on the journey to becoming members of RICS.

Good Practice Building Product Information Guide Released by National Building Products Coalition

RICS Australia is pleased to announce and support the release of the Good Practice Building Product Information Guide by the National Building Products Coalition.

DRS 50 Tutor Spotlight - Paul Jensen

As DRS marks 50 years, we are celebrating the people who have shaped our education programmes and supported the development of dispute resolvers across the built environment.

Honouring Jeremy David Bagot Bayliss , RICS president 1996-1997

It is with great sadness we announce the recent passing of our former president, Jeremy Bayliss on 27 January 2026.

Remembering Clive Hewitt Lewis, RICS president 1993-1994

We honour the memory of former RICS president, Clive Lewis, who was president from 1993 to 1994.

New chartered designation now available for civil engineering surveyors as RICS partners with CICES

Civil engineering surveyors may now further demonstrate their expertise through a new professional designation launched by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).

Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – February 2026

In my last update I mentioned our commitment to enhancing member value and experience. I’m pleased to share that our new RICS Member App, launched this month, is a key part of that journey, transforming the way members interact with us.

Fire safety

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

Australia: Construction market moves into significantly stronger territory

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released its latest Global Construction Monitor, which highlights gathering strength in the Australian construction industry in 2025.

Australia: Commercial Property Sector continues its recovery with tightening supply

The latest APAC Commercial Property Monitor published by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has confirmed that the commercial property sector is continuing its march into positive territory for the third quarter in a row amidst mixed signals for future performance.

Transfer slabs in buildings: Advice and FAQs

This page contains answers to frequently asked questions and advice for the public and members regarding transfer slabs in tall buildings.

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

DRS Training Courses

Dispute Resolution Programme for Advisers and Party Representatives

• 13 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £325

+ VAT

DRS Training Courses

Expert Witness Certificate

• 26 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £2100

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics Newcastle: Networking - Wine Tasting & Charcuterie

Wed 25 Feb 2026 • 18:00 - 21:00 GMT • Jesmond Wine Co., 3a Clayton Rd, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4RP

£20

+ VAT

Global ESG and sustainability in commercial property valuation 4th edition webinar

• Online

Free

Networking

RICS in South West – Lunch and update

Thu 26 Feb 2026 • 13:00 - 16:00 GMT • 1.5 Hours Formal CPD • Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Rd, Cirencester GL7 6JS

Free

Networking

RICS Matrics Birmingham & Nottingham Iftar event with Muslims in Real Estate

Thu 26 Feb 2026 • 16:30 - 19:00 GMT • RICS Birmingham, Members Lounge, 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2AA

£6.50

+ VAT

Webinar

RICS Matrics Lancashire: Candidate Support - Ethics Competency with Bill Holden

• 1.0 Hours Informal CPD • Online

Networking

RICS in East Midlands - Canopy site tour

Thu 26 Feb 2026 • 17:00 - 18:30 GMT • Canopy, 41 King Street, Leicester LE1 6RN

From £10

+ VAT

RICS Matrics Manchester: Networking - Winter Warmers Night

Thu 26 Feb 2026 • 17:30 - 20:00 GMT • Sam’s Chop House, Back Pool Fold, Manchester, M2 1HN

£12

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics Devon: Candidate Support - APC Musical Chairs

Thu 26 Feb 2026 • 18:00 - 19:30 GMT • Leonardo Hotel Exeter, Western Wy., Exeter EX1 2DB

Free

Networking

RICS Matrics Bristol: Networking - Cheese and Wine Evening at Averys

Thu 26 Feb 2026 • 18:00 - 20:30 GMT • Averys, 9 Culver St, Bristol BS1 5LD

£18.50

+ VAT

RICS Matrics Edinburgh: Networking - Speed Networking

Thu 26 Feb 2026 • 18:00 - 20:30 BST • Cubo, 40 (4F) Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BY

£2

+ VAT

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