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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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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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Climate contracting in real estate: the role of greener deals in reducing global carbon emissions

Climate contracting integrates decarbonisation and sustainability goals into legal agreements. In a recent webinar, in partnership with The Chancery Lane Project, a panel of experts discuss how climate clauses can be effectively implemented into contracts.

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Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

High Level Construction Forum: key takeaways and launch of the Construction 2050 Alliance Manifesto

On March 25, 2025, the European Commission’s DG GROW hosted the Fifth Annual Plenary Meeting of the High Level Construction Forum (HLCF) in Brussels.

Transforming Real Estate with AI: Ethics, Transparency, and Innovation

In this video, Andrew Knight interviews Dan Patel, Deepika Velusamy, and Suniti Patel from Darwinian Angel to discuss how AI is transforming the built and natural environment.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

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

RICS UAE Regional Advisory Board Appoints New Members

We are delighted to announce that the RICS UAE Regional Advisory Board has appointed five new members.

RICS Announces Regional Advisory Board for China Market

After a rigorous selection process, we are pleased to announce Mr Chiu Kam-Kuen will be chairing the RICS Regional Advisory Board for China market, and Mr Gu Jian-Ping will be the Co-Optee of the Board.

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RICS CEO comments on Spring Statement

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), comments on the announcements in Chancellor Rachel Reeve's Spring Statement.

The Future of Commercial Property Valuation

In this video discussion, Aaliyah Pollock moderates a panel about how technology is changing commercial property valuation, focusing on AI, data challenges, and the differences between residential and commercial valuation.

Australian Treasurer Leaves Door Open For Licensing Reform To Boost Productivity In Construction

Australian Treasurer, The Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP has just handed down the federal budget in what is likely to be the final major step before the federal election is called in the next few weeks.

RICS responds to 2025 UK Spring Statement

The Chancellor today delivered her Spring Statement, building on the Autumn Budget and reaffirming her commitment to one annual fiscal event. The context offered for today’s statement was one of growing macroeconomic uncertainty and rising debt servicing costs.

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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.