Welcome to RICS

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

Q3 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.

Useful Links

Sector Standards

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

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Find out about your professional fees, how to renew your status, apply for concessions and how to pay your renewal fees

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News & Insights

RICS President Justin Sullivan calls to attract next generation at inauguration

In his speech, Justin talked about his humble origins and the opportunities afforded to him which enabled him to rise in his chosen profession.

UK residential market ends 2024 on a firm footing

The RICS UK Residential Property Survey for December 2024, reports growing activity in the housing market with 2024 capped off in a generally upwards trend.

Digital Solutions for Land Surveying

In this video, Aaliyah Pollock moderates a panel with Vincent O'Kane of Malcolm Hughes, Aaron McKevitt of Latitude Geospatial, and Sholto Moger of Terra Nova Land Management to discuss the changing landscape of land surveying.

Responding to the review of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

The Law Commission is currently undertaking a wide-ranging review of Part 2 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.

The evolving view of real estate & property valuation in Malaysia: A professional perspective

This article explores the views of Malaysian professionals, like Justin Chee, on the role of RICS qualifications, standards, and the profession’s future outlook.

RICS London HQ’s member space reopens after refurbishment

We are pleased to announce the opening of the renovated member lounge at the London headquarters on Great George Street, with the space now available for members to use free of charge.

How AI and tech are creating the future of real estate

Johnny Morris from Fifth Dimension AI and Andrew Knight discuss how the industry must move beyond PropTech and focus on core business challenges.

RICS launches 2025 UK Awards as Regional Awards undergo comprehensive review

The RICS UK Awards 2025 is now open for nominations, inviting outstanding individuals, teams, and projects to showcase the most inspirational initiatives and developments in land, real estate, construction and infrastructure across the UK and Ireland.

Streamlining Housing - From Development to Residency

In this video discussion, Aaliyah Pollock moderates a panel with Dean Ward from Propsmart, Nigel Walley from Chimni, and David Graydon from Spaciable to explore key challenges and innovations in the housing sector.

RICS welcomes 2025 Governing Council members

The new Governing Council is set for an impactful 2025. Under the leadership of Justin Sullivan, who serves as the 143rd President, the 2025 Governing Council includes a diverse group of 26 members, covering strategic areas of the profession from around the world and featuring seven newly elected pr

Justin Sullivan becomes RICS President for 2025

On January 1st, 2025, Justin Sullivan FRICS became the 143rd President of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Justin is the founder and CEO of Adair, which has provided expert construction consultancy services globally for over thirty years.

English Devolution – what it means for RICS

The English Devolution White Paper, titled "Power and Partnership: Foundations for Growth," outlines the UK Government's strategy to decentralise powers from Westminster to local regions across England.

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

Valuation for Non Valuers - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

Webinar

Global JCT Delivering Construction Projects - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

• 3.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

RICS in Plymouth - Beat Blue Monday

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Web Class

Home Surveys in Practice - 3 Part Series

• 6 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £188

+ VAT

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Networking

Coffee, cake & candidates, Birmingham

Wed 22 Jan 2025 • 11:00 - 14:00 GMT • RICS, 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2AA

Free

Conference

RICS in Norwich: Lunchtime Lectures - Retrofit in historic buildings

Wed 22 Jan 2025 • 12:00 - 14:00 GMT • 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Maids Head Hotel, 20 Tombland, Norwich, NR3 1LB

£25

Webinar

Strategies for design, construction and financing against climate disasters

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Online Training

Global Active Assailant Preparedness in Commercial Properties: A Guide for Surveyors Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £26

+ VAT

Webinar

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

• 2.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

Free

Seminar

Unify Energy roundtable discussion

Thu 23 Jan 2025 • 10:00 - 13:00 GMT • BASE, Greenheys Ln, Manchester M15 6LR

Free

Matrics Event

RICS Matrics Norfolk & Suffolk: Site Visit - Long Stratton Bypass and NEC Contracts talk

Thu 23 Jan 2025 • 15:00 - 16:30 BST • Octavius Infrastructure Site Office, Ipswich Road, Long Stratton, Norwich, NR15 2XA

Free

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