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Welcome to RICS

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

Q4 2024 Global Performance Report

Read our latest highlights and continued progress in many areas, including standards development, member engagement, and supporting a diverse next gen

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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.

Sector Standards

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

Join an RICS Board, Committee or Engagement Group

Black Book

Assessment Platform

Find a surveyor

Reporting Concerns

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Membership renewals are overdue for 2025

Please note, readmission will be required if you have not renewed your membership by 01 May 2025.

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News & Insights

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.

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

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

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.

Why does the timing of carbon emissions matter in whole life carbon assessments?

Could professionals consider the time-value of carbon when making project-specific decisions? Anil Sawhney, head of sustainability at RICS, and Will Wild, Senior Engineer at Arup, examine the principle that emissions today should be valued differently from those emitted tomorrow.

RICS survey calls the bottom of the UK commercial real estate market as yields harden across sectors

Does improving sentiment from the RICS Global Commercial Property Monitor signal an early upturn for the UK real estate market? Patrick Scanlon, Senior Director of Market Analytics, CoStar, examines the evidence.

RICS chartered quantity surveyors making a positive difference in Australia and around the world

We asked one of RICS’s most dynamic quantity surveyors in Australia, Lewis Skittrall FRICS, Commercial Manager at Sarah Constructions in Adelaide, to take time out of his busy schedule to share his views on RICS, what it represents and why it’s important in the Australian context.

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BIM and the power of data in construction

As the construction industry rapidly digitalises, BIM’s multi-dimensional capabilities in 3D visualisation and process optimisation are expanding future possibilities in architecture, engineering & construction (AEC) industry and transforming the way we deliver projects.

AI and Automation in Residential Property Valuation

In this video discussion, Aaliyah Pollock moderates a panel exploring the evolution of property valuation and technology.

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RICS responds to Conservative Party Net Zero speech

The RICS Sustainability Report 2024 shows that demand for greener buildings is rising – growing by 54% last year across homes, offices and industrial property. Spiralling energy costs confirm why energy-efficient buildings aren’t just nice to have. We must think about the long-term picture.

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Update from Justin Young, RICS CEO – March 2025

Recruiting surveyors is an ongoing cause of concern for many of our members. The skills shortage in our profession and the wider built environment is a barrier to project delivery, a key contributor to the housing crisis, and a threat to the everyday operations of countless firms.

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RICS UK regulated purpose valuation survey (covering the implementation of mandatory rotation)

RICS is undertaking this survey to understand how the UK VPS 3 valuation standards (including rotation policy) are impacting stakeholders and to provide insight into our future direction.

National house prices continue to rise overall but uncertainties sap momentum

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Residential Property Survey found that several factors of uncertainty reduced momentum in the UK’s housing market in February.

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

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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

Designated Professional Body Scheme for General Insurance Distribution Activities Workshop (UK)

Thu 23 Jan 2025 – Thu 17 Jul 2025 • 09:30 - 11:00 CUT • 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Webinar

Client Money Workshop

Thu 30 Jan 2025 – Thu 24 Jul 2025 • 09:30 - 11:30 CUT • 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

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Online Training

Global APC Prep Day

Wed 5 Feb 2025 – Wed 7 May 2025 • 09:00 - 16:00 CUT • 6 hours CPD • Online

From £222

+ VAT

Web Class

Global APC Supervisor and Counsellor - 2 Part Series

Fri 7 Feb 2025 – Wed 9 Apr 2025 • 09:30 - 11:00 CUT • 3.0 hours formal CPD • Online

From £101

+ VAT

Webinar

Residential Property Defects

Wed 5 Mar 2025 – Fri 28 Mar 2025 • 12:00 - 15:30 CUT • 6.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £214.50

+ VAT

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Web Class

Global FIDIC Contract Principles and Practical Use - 3 Part Series

Mon 17 Mar 2025 – Mon 31 Mar 2025 • 14:30 - 16:00 CUT • 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £181.50

+ VAT

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

Tue 18 Mar 2025 – Wed 10 Dec 2025 • 08:00 - 18:30 CUT • 3.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

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DRS Training Courses

Diploma in International Arbitration (Sub-Saharan Africa)

Sun 23 Mar 2025 – Tue 20 Oct 2026 • 22:00 - 22:00 CUT • 600 hours formal CPD • Online

From R45000

+ VAT

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DRS Training Courses

Diploma in Arbitration

Mon 24 Mar 2025 – Sat 26 Sept 2026 • 09:00 - 17:00 CUT • 420 hours formal CPD • Online

£3780

+ VAT

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DRS Training Courses

Diploma in International Arbitration (MENA)

Mon 24 Mar 2025 – Wed 21 Oct 2026 • 05:00 - 05:00 CUT • 600 hours formal CPD • Dispute Resolution • Online

From د.إ22725

+ VAT

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Online Training

UK Affordable Rural Housing Delivery Webinar

Wed 26 Mar 2025 • 13:00 CUT • 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £26

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Seminar

RICS Matrics London: Candidate Support - “How to Answer Tough APC Interview Questions”

Wed 26 Mar 2025 • 17:30 - 19:30 BST • 11 Golden Square, SOHO, London, W1F 9JB

£10

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What are the benefits of RICS membership?

Explore the value of RICS membership – from wider industry recognition and enhanced career opportunities, to accessing the latest professional insights, guidance, and technologies.

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