As RICS introduces the refreshed continuing professional development (CPD) framework effective from January 2026, it’s important to know what this means for day‑to‑day professional practice. 

In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Charles Golding MRICS is joined by Olga Turner Baker MRICS to set the scene for those changes, and explore how the new RICS CPD app can help keep professionals up to speed on their CPD throughout the year.

This episode of the RICS podcast covers:

• What has and hasn’t changed in the RICS CPD framework for 2026
• The shift from not only counting hours, but also focusing on relevant, adequate and appropriate CPD
• The introduction of mandatory topics on sustainability, AI/technology, and ethical & professional standards
• How to plan and record CPD more effectively, including practical strategies to avoid the year‑end rush and recognise more of the learning you already do
• Using the new RICS member app and online resources to plan, track and document CPD and learning outcomes

Information about the new CPD app and where to download it 

https://www.rics.org/surveyor-careers/career-development/continuing-professional-development

Olga Turner Baker MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-turner-baker-mrics-well-ap-non-exec-director-128b5729/

Charles Golding MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-golding-23512b175/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.

Gateway 3 is the final, mandatory checkpoint under the Building Safety Act 2022 for higher risk buildings (HRBs) in the UK

This episode of the RICS Legal Landscapes series dives into what Gateway 3 really means in practice, as both a regulatory hurdle and as a decisive moment of legal accountability, commercial viability and building safety. 

Gary Strong FRICS is joined by building surveyor Graeme Manley MRICS and construction lawyer David Savage to unpack Gateway 3, why it’s often called the ‘point of no return’ for clients and duty holders, and what legal responsibilities arise if a building fails to secure a completion certificate. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The role of Gateway 3 as the final pre‑occupation checkpoint for Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs)
• How responsibility and accountability crystallise at Gateway 3 for clients, principal designers and principal contractors
• The legal and commercial consequences of failing Gateway 3, including a range of criminal sanctions 
• The importance of the ‘golden thread’ of information, accurate as-built records, change control, and digital systems
• Practical steps for surveyors, developers and building owners to plan for Gateway 3 from day one.

Building Safety Act information centre:

https://www.rics.org/news-insights/building-safety-act-information-centre 

Gary Strong FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-strong-bsc-hons-frics-fciarb-c-builde-fcabe-fcila-b52667b/

Graeme Manley MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/graememanley/

David Savage

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjsavage/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Welcome to the first RICS Podcast of 2026 in which incoming President Nick Maclean FRICS shares his aspirations for the surveying profession in the coming year.

He’s joined by hydrography expert Gordon Johnston MRICS, as Tara King hosts a conversation that delves into how RICS will be shaped under his leadership to serve the public interest through 2026 and beyond. 

They’ll outline RICS's plans to build influence with governments and regulators, close the skills gap through more accessible and flexible routes into surveying and foster collaboration with like-minded professional bodies worldwide. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Building global influence, securing a seat at ‘the right tables’ with governments, regulators, and lawmakers worldwide
• The unique role of RICS as a royal charter body balancing client service, public good, and member representation
• New, more flexible and inclusive pathways into surveying, plus retraining and CPD for existing members, all aiming to close the ‘skills gap’
• The impact of AI, big data, robotics, and autonomous systems on surveying across land and sea
• The blue economy and hydrography’s central role in future economic growth, climate resilience, and the work of surveyors

Nick Maclean OBE FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-maclean-obe-rd-frics-irrv-hons-17825a19/

Tara King

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-king-5b4494a6/

Gordon Johnston MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordon-johnston-8778111/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The Mayor for Liverpool City Region, Steve Rotheram, is uniquely placed as a leader with experience in the built environment, a history which informs his vision of the area’s future.

Steve joins Gabriel Davies (Fisher German LLP) and Hannah Daly (SES Engineering Services) on The RICS Podcast this week as he discusses the relationships between placemaking, infrastructure, local skills and heritage, which are rooted within his plans for the region.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Steve’s Masters in Contemporary Urban Renaissance and how it informs his vision for Liverpool City Region
• The importance of built environment jobs and retention of local skills
• Major infrastructure developments and the implications for local residents
• Steve’s vision for the ideal future of Liverpool City Region and the value of preserving heritage buildings

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Gabriel Davies: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-davies-481270124/
Hannah Daly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-d-88925311a/
Mayor Steve Rotheram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-rotherham-67ba7ab/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

At the heart of the surveying profession, and what it means to be an RICS Surveyor, lies an industry that’s equally varied, rewarding and impactful.

This episode of The RICS Podcast brings together the expertise of Ashley Royer AssocRICS, Kareem Zahran MRICS and host Sinead Clarkson MRICS as they speak about their career paths, unique journeys, and how aspiring surveyors can do the same.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Routes into the industry and the breadth of roles available
• How to engage and educate future generations
• Initiatives to create a more diverse and inclusive built environment
• Advice for those seeking a career as a Chartered Surveyor

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Ashley Royer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-royer-assocrics-acabe-diprsv-cemap-1a631b17/
Kareem Zahran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareem-zahran-phd-mrics-83b1742a/
Sinead Clarkson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sineadclarkson/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

With 13,000 attendees over three days, UKREiiF is one of the UK's largest gatherings of built environment professionals. Many RICS members and firms are in attendance and key themes that impact upon our membership are discussed.

This episode of the RICS Podcast brings some of those conversations out of the arena and showcases what it means to be an RICS surveyor. Hear directly from RICS members at the event - what did they do there? Who did they meet and how? What are the key things that left them thinking?

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Some key conference themes for the construction, valuation and property sectors
• Member session highlights and takeaways
• Reflections on DEI and what the built environment needs to do to progress 
• The value of networking and talking to professionals across different sectors

Links:
Emma Fletcher MRICS episode on the Value of Sustainable Housing
Industry Challengers, What Needs to Change in the Built Environment?
Women in Surveying, What Does Progress Look Like? 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The quality of spaces relies strongly on how well they’re designed to serve human experiences, so in this episode of The RICS Podcast we explore the power of placemaking.

Olga Turner Baker MRICS (Managing Director, Ekkist) hosts Nicholas Boys Smith (Chair of the Office for Place and Author & Director, Create Streets) whose passion for quality spaces and placemaking makes for a fascinating conversation around good urbanism, new approaches to planning, and the balance between greenbelt and development.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What ignited Nicholas’ passion for high quality spaces, and motivated him to make change
• Why the quality of placemaking is at its current standard
• Projects which demonstrate great placemaking
• The biggest urban design challenges and priorities facing the UK government now and going forward

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Nicholas Boys Smith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-boys-smith-800614/
Olga Turner Baker MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-turner-baker-mrics-well-ap-128b5729/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Irene Barclay is a trailblazer in surveying, being the first woman to qualify in Britain as a Chartered Surveyor, and her path is as important and inspiring now as it ever has been.

Patricia Moore MRICS (UK Managing Director, Turner & Townsend) is joined this week by Carrie de Silva (Visiting Professor, Harper Adams University) and Rebecca Preston (Historian, English Heritage) to discuss the pioneering life story of Irene Barclay, and why it should inspire the direction that the surveying profession takes today.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Irene Barclay’s family story
• The significance of celebrating her achievements with a plaque
• How preserving heritage supports the present profession
• The importance of seeing women’s names in the profession, and understanding the past

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Patricia Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia1moore/
Carrie de Silva: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-de-silva-61017916/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The strides towards net zero emissions are essential in urban and rural areas alike, and it’s vital to consider what can be done within natural capital as well as the built environment to encourage climate-positive change.

Discussing these key issues in this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, Francesca Fowler-Walsh MRICS (Chair, RICS Matrics Lancashire) is this week joined by Maddi Naish MICS (Estate Manager, National Trust) and Carolien Samson (Head of Sustainable Banking, Oxbury Bank).

They share their perspectives on the demand for financing resilience projects, pressures on farmers to reduce their carbon footprint, and the importance of attracting young people into the profession to have a tangible impact on the environment.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The growing influence of natural capital
• Surveyors’ roles with the National Trust
• How farming and agriculture poses a very tangible industry in which to make impact
• Increasing focus and pressure on farmers to reduce their carbon footprint
• How we can better attract the next generation of surveyors through their potential impact

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

Maddi Naish: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maddi-naish-95471169/

Carolien Samson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolien-samson-04242125/

Francesca Fowler-Walsh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-fowler-walsh/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The role of an expert witness is key to any court and tribunal, and this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast is essential preparation for those considering the span of their expertise.

Joining Rajbinder Sohal are Leonora Riesenburg, a Chartered Arbitrator/Mediator Trainer in ADR, and Faye Allen FRICS, Director at J.S. Held LLC - they discuss the importance of advising only within your area of expertise, and the need for open communication between experts and stakeholders.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Potential consequences of surveyors straying outside of their area of expertise
• How to identify the areas to which you should stick
• Ethical considerations that experts should think about when accepting instructions
• How expert witnesses should mitigate inbuilt biases

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Leonora Riesenburg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonora-riesenburg-61182846/
Faye Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fayeallen/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Neurodiverse professionals in the built environment face unique challenges in the journey to becoming chartered, but with more awareness comes an increasing level of support for such APC candidates.

Dan Knowles FRICS hosts this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, where Morwenna Slade MRICS and Jennifer Hobart MRICS share their experiences with the assessment process as neurodivergent professionals.

They discuss the complexities of the process, support that should be available, and why neurodivergence can be a superpower in the industry.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Considerations that assessors can make for neurodiverse candidates in the final assessment
• How neurodiverse assessors can support those with particular requirements
• Finding different learning styles to better suit your APC journey
• How employers can support neurodiverse people
• The benefits to teams of hiring professionals with varied specialisms and traits

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Dan Knowles FRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-knowles-frics-821bbb22/
Jennifer Hobart MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-hobart-mrics-b6954552/
Morwenna Slade MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morwenna-slade-9130b470/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

With sustainability becoming a growing area of focus among the residential property industry, this week’s RICS Podcast focuses on how green practices are reflected for consumers, banks and surveyors alike.

Emma Fletcher MRICS (RICS/Octopus Energy) is joined by Timothy Bannister (Rightmove) and Maria Dutton (Green Finance Institute) to discuss the overlap in understanding of sustainability between stakeholders, surveyors’ role in promoting sustainable residential development, and how the sector is likely to evolve going forward.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How consumers and banks define sustainable housing, and whether there’s common ground
• Ways for surveyors to help convey the message of the industry’s growing sustainability
• The intrinsic value of a happy, healthy home, and how it’ll feed into the financial values reflected in the market

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Emma Fletcher MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmafletchercambridge/
Maria Dutton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-g-dutton/
Timothy Bannister: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-bannister-1b00316/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

While the need for carbon reduction is clear, the route to creating a built environment that better serves this need is constantly being refined.

Through their work at Introba UK and Related Argent respectively, Clara Bagenal George and David Partridge are contributing to the RICS whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) standard and the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard.

Clara and David join RICS’ Charlotte Neal on the podcast this week to discuss the formation of these standards, and personal journeys implementing positive steps to reduce carbon in their own activities.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How BECD and the Whole Life Carbon Assessment methodology work together in tandem
• Why the Net Zero Carbon Building Standard is so essential for the industry
• David and Clara’s personal pursuits for more carbon conscious lifestyles
• Trying to overcome reliance on third parties to make your own positive changes

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) for the built environment: https://www.rics.org/profession-standards/rics-standards-and-guidance/sector-standards/construction-standards/whole-life-carbon-assessment
BECD: https://www.becd.co.uk/
UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard: https://www.nzcbuildings.co.uk/
Clara Bagenal George: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clara-bagenal-george-5929bba2/
Introba UK: https://www.linkedin.com/company/introba/
David Partridge: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-partridge-38b3b512/
Related Argent: https://www.linkedin.com/company/relatedargentlimited/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

With more than 30,000 items and an original estimate between £7.6m and £11.3m, Freddie Mercury's auction at Sotheby's in London in 2023 exceeded expectations, fetching £39.9m in just over a week.  

In this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, we meet the three exceptional women who helped bring this sale to the public and asked them about the challenges in discovering, valuing and selling the belongings of an international rock star who is so fondly remembered. 

Rachel Reilly is the Senior Director and Head of Valuation for Europe at Sotheby’s London. Sarah Hodgson and Carey Wallace are memorabilia specialists and Co-Founders of Wallace and Hodgson, who were engaged as consultants to work on the wardrobe section of the sale.

Notable sales include Mercury's crown and cloak, selling for £629,000, almost 10 times the estimate, and a Tiffany & Co moustache comb that went for £152,400, over 250 times its estimate. 

The auction's success (140,000 people visited Sotheby's to view the items) highlights the enduring appeal and legacy of the iconic Queen frontman.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The extraordinary scale, popularity, and success of the Sotheby’s Freddie Mercury auction
• The process, challenges, and expertise needed to manage over 30,000 items, including iconic costumes and unique memorabilia
• The importance of storytelling and immersive curation to make the experience accessible, emotional, and museum-like for visitors

Ashley Stewart-Noble

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleystewartnoble/

Carey Wallace

https://www.linkedin.com/in/carey-wallace-0b0a3a28/

Sarah Hodgson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hodgson-76792923/

Rachel Reilly

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-reilly-172513273/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The APC process leads surveyors to chartership, but for those yet to embark on the process, professionals like Girija Deshmukh, Sam Nicholson MRICS and Matthew Tallis FRICS are promoting its purpose globally.

Girija (RICS Campus Ambassador, Cardiff University) and Sam (Partner, Wakefields Chartered Building Surveyors) join Matthew (Global Cost & Commercial Management Service Director, Arcadis) on The RICS Podcast this week to share their journeys, the impact they’re making on international opportunities, how to attract the next generation, and the benefits of an increasingly diverse industry.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What chartership is and what motivates people to do it
• Girija, Matthew and Sam’s activities in the industry
• Global impact achieved through innovative initiatives
• How to engage and attract a more diverse next generation

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Girija Deshmukh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/girijadeshmukh98/
Sam Nicholson MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-nicholson-mrics-4148a1a8/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The next generation of built environment professionals are driving a great deal of positive change in the industry, with fresh vision and awareness of the impact we can have as a sector.

This week’s RICS Podcast features the expertise of Jessie Leung MRICS, Estates Surveyor at South Gloucestershire Council and a 2024 MIPIM Challenger,  Joshua Hurst MRICS, Chartered Building Surveyor at JLL and co-chair of their race network, and Katy Robinson, Senior Project Manager at East Riding of Yorkshire Council and founding chair of NAWIC Yorkshire.

We learn how these early career professionals are striving towards a brighter vision of the industry’s future and gain insight around what motivates them to do so.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What prompted Jessie, Joshua and Katy to strive for positive change in the built environment
• How leaders and organisations can support professionals to catalyse positive impact
• Visions of an ideal world in the built environment sector
• The importance and inspiration of relevant, relatable role models 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Jessie Leung MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessiecsleung/
Joshua Hurst MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuahurst98/
Katy Robinson MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-robinson-710619189/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

One of the fantastic elements to surveying is the number of routes into the profession. This week The RICS Podcast showcases three members who began their paths in other regulated professions before becoming surveyors themselves.

Demi Yianni is joined this week by Kirsten Hald and Maria Wiedner to discuss their vastly different backgrounds, transferable skills, how they explain their roles to friends and family, and the most important personality traits in surveying.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Kirsten’s teaching career before her entry to surveying
• Transferable skills from Maria’s past, including work in finance and the UN
• Why surveying stuck out compared to previous vocations
• The challenge of explaining surveying roles to loved ones
• The top personality traits for those looking to become a surveyor

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Demi Yianni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demi-yianni/
Kirsten Hald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsten-marie-hald/
Maria Wiedner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariawiedner/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

George Clarke is an architect, television presenter, campaigner and educator whose position allows him to bridge gaps between the built environment and those less acquainted with the construction industry.

In a special episode of The RICS Podcast, George joins RICS members Arcadis’ Emma Martin and WT Partnership’s Ayo Ajayi as they discuss his passion for construction, the industry’s image, the value of work experience and how to make progress with diversity in construction.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• George’s influences to get involved with construction
• The impact of media on public perception of construction and the built environment
• What it means to work in the public interest
• George’s passionate campaigning for social housing
• How evolving technology impacts the work of  built environment professionals

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
George Clarke https://georgeclarke.com/
Ayo Ajayi https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayo-ajayi-7356376a/
Emma Martin https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-martin-arcadis/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Across the built environment we’re seeing an ever-growing contingent of fantastic female professionals enriching the sector, yet there’s plenty more to be done in the D&I space.

In this episode of The RICS Podcast, we’re marking International Women’s Day with a panel of four senior professionals - Susanne Eickermann Riepe FRICS, Komilla Chadha MRICS, Hannah Jeong MRICS and Sara Cameron FRICS. Their discussion considers how the industry can evolve to further improve opportunities for female professionals and support the progress of experienced women within the sector.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The panel’s route into the profession, and the particular challenges they’ve faced in their respective territories
• How industry leaders can most effectively welcome a more diverse workforce into their firms
• RICS’ role in gender diversity and equality
• The impact that male allies can have in achieving greater gender balance

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Susanne Eickermann Riepe

https://www.linkedin.com/in/s-eickermann-riepe-pwc/

Komilla Chadha

https://www.linkedin.com/in/komillachadha/

Hannah Jeong

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-jeong-b70ab031/

Sara Cameron

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-cameron-9bb65232/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The UK Chancellor’s budget on Wednesday announced a host of new fiscal measures, but it remains to be seen whether we’re to expect another fiscal event by the end of this year.

Simon Rubinsohn (RICS Chief Economist) is joined on this week’s RICS Podcast by James Sproule (Chief Economist - UK at Handelsbanken) & Ola Alade (Professional Group Panel Member - Commercial Property at RICS) to discuss the biggest economic takeaways from the budget, focus on how the property sector is affected by the budget, and consider whether we’re likely to see another budget before the next General Election.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• A summation of the main themes from Jeremy Hunt’s budget
• Ramifications of the budget on the housing market en masse
• How Ola’s clients are looking at commercial vs residential property opportunities
• Effects of the headline announcement of a 2p cut in National Insurance

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

James Sproule: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-sproule-03b0569/

Ola Alade: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mroalade/

Simon Rubinsohn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rubinsohn-43124162/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Welcome back to another RICS podcast episode led by the RICS standards team, providing valuable insights about updates to UK residential valuation standards. 

This week Nigel Sellars, RICS Senior Specialist in Property, is joined by Louise Avery MRICS, Managing Director at Avery & Co, Fiona Haggett FRICS, Head of Valuation at Barclays UK and Rob Mead FRICS, Technical Director at Connells Surveyors.

Their discussion provides an understanding of the motivation behind revisions to the Red Book’s residential section. They cover a variety of perspectives from valuers, lenders and technical experts on key topics such as property inspections and marketing period valuations, and also provide a preview of the follow-up standard, currently being drafted. 

This episode discusses:

• An overview of the updated RICS national supplement.
• The importance of consistency, collaboration and quality.
• Guiding principles and practical applications of the new standards.
• An insight into new changes currently being drafted.

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The growth of ESG as a consideration throughout the sector has been remarkable in recent years, but with such a focus on environmental issues, there’s a risk of social and governance issues being neglected.

Catriona Brady is the Director of Strategy and Development at World Green Building Council, and with recent reports from both RICS and the World Green Building Council emphasising a drive for greater change in the sector, she joins Kisa Zehra to discuss the practical steps to help the industry more fully embrace ESG in its entirety.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What lies at the heart of ESG
• Key findings from December’s Social Impact Report
• The emerging innovations that look to help the sector tackle social issues
• How different stakeholders play a pivotal role in driving positive change

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Catriona Brady: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catriona-brady-93002a53/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

With several routes into the surveying profession your experience as a candidate is a unique one, and learning from the experiences of others is a wonderful way to set expectations and prepare effectively for a successful submission.

Joining RICS Candidate Engagement Manager (UK&I) Gill Quinn in this week’s podcast are Abraham Laker, Brittany Marsland & Richard Crow FRICS, all from Rapleys and bringing their own experiences of the qualification process. 

We hear the key differences between APC and Senior Professional routes, how best to prepare for final submission and interviews, what to do in the event of a referral, and much more. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How the APC route differs from the Senior Professional route
• Planning advice for a successful submission
• How to calm nerves before a final interview
• Places to build your network through the process
• Advice for those starting their journey

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The transition to greener energy sources is an ongoing endeavour, and the role that surveyors will play in that transition is a growing one in both importance and impact.

Discussing this shift, this week The RICS Podcast welcomes Jenny Stanning, Stephen Thompson FRICS, Amit Patel MRICS and host Roger Esson MRICS to discuss the trends emerging in the energy sector, and their effects on the surveying profession.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The surprising amounts of energy still being derived from oil and gas
• RICS members’ roles in transitioning to a greener energy mix and a more sustainable future
• How to get young kids, particularly young girls, interested in construction and STEM
• The role of standards in the energy transition

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.

The role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the construction industry is evolving, and recent case law shows how it’s being most effectively used in recent examples.

In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Dave Hull MRICS is joined by Guy Bolt MRICS and Kirsti Olson, sharing their expert legal and practical perspectives, the essentials of ADR, and its real-world impact on project success. 

Learning outcomes

Explain the importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the construction industry and identify its key practical applications.

Analyse recent legal developments and landmark cases to evaluate how they shape the use of ADR.

Demonstrate the essential skills and capabilities needed to participate effectively in ADR processes.

Assess the value of interdisciplinary collaboration between surveyors, legal teams, and other professionals in managing disputes.

Apply current guidance and reflect on future trends to understand how embracing ADR can improve project outcomes and support ongoing professional development.

Dave Hull MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davehull/

Guy Bolt MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/guysheerbolt/

Kirsti Olson 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsti-olson-84288b51/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The built environment industry will be more effective to all if diverse voices are included, which intensifies the very present need for greater equity and inclusion. But, what does this look like in practice? How can organisations contribute to cultivating a more inclusive industry?

Nathan Spencer is Director at UKREiiF, and he joins RICS’ Sybil Taunton to discuss strategies for leading the industry towards a more inclusive environment, and the long-standing importance of social value as awareness grows around matters of diversity, equity and inclusion. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How greater representation improves the built environment industry
• Examples of organisations and leaders making great, positive impact
• How to diversify voices being put forward for opportunity 
• Putting an organisation’s moral compass over profits

UK REiiF
https://www.ukreiif.com/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Zoos and safari parks are tasked with not only running a profitable attraction, but investing that profit into suitable premises for wildlife conservation, presenting a unique challenge from a building surveyor’s perspective. How do these leisure assets balance profitability alongside ESG? 

In this podcast, Ginny Banham MRICS (Fisher German LLP) is joined by Richard Baldwin MRICS (Avison Young) and Richard Morris MRICS (Property Surv) to share their views on a unique arm of the surveying profession, drawing on their experiences and learnings. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The broad nature of certain guidance on zoo practice
  
  
• The surveyor’s perspective on asset value that supports a wider mission
  
  
• How safari parks and zoos have diversified over time
  
  
• Unusual assets the guests have encountered during their surveying careers

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Costain Group’s Alex Vaughan joins us on this episode of The RICS Podcast brought to you by the WBEF team to discuss current trends in the infrastructure market domestically and internationally, and what’s required to improve overall efficiency in the area.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Challenges with the investment needed to support the UK’s infrastructure needs
• The complexities surrounding the delivery of transport infrastructure
• The potential role for an infrastructure minister in coordinating projects nationally
• How we can maximise infrastructure productivity in the UK

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The RICS Knowledge and Practice Committee (KPC) maintains and develops essential knowledge and professional practice. Its formation presents a notable step towards advancing industry and public knowledge on key issues.

In this podcast, RICS’ Director of Knowledge & Practice Luay Al-Khatib speaks with Chair of the Knowledge and Practice Committee, Simon Rawlinson, about how the group functions, its role within RICS and the role of knowledge and practice in supporting wider society.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The Knowledge and Practice Committee’s key areas of focus
• The surveying profession’s value to society
• How the RICS maintains its relevance in a rapidly evolving industry

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

At the heart of the surveying profession, and what it means to be an RICS Surveyor, lies an industry that’s equally varied, rewarding and impactful.

This episode of The RICS Podcast brings together the expertise of Ashley Royer AssocRICS, Kareem Zahran MRICS and host Sinead Clarkson MRICS as they speak about their career paths, unique journeys, and how aspiring surveyors can do the same.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Routes into the industry and the breadth of roles available
• How to engage and educate future generations
• Initiatives to create a more diverse and inclusive built environment
• Advice for those seeking a career as a Chartered Surveyor

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

In this podcast episode RICS Sustainability Chair, Frank Hovorka interviews RICS President Elect, Tina Paillet about the evolution of sustainability in the built environment.

Tina shares her perspective of how sustainability has developed during her time in the industry, highlighting the growing role of public perception and policy. Examining developments in sustainability standards and their importance for measurement, Frank and Tina refer the need for differentiation between long-term and short-term impacts.

Within this episode, Tina also offers insights from her experience at COP28 and shares her vision for the future, where she advocates shifting to a circular economy approach based on reusing materials before recycling. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How sustainability practices have evolved
• The role of public perception in driving sustainable practices 
• Developments in sustainability standards 
• Key takeaways from COP28 
• Future-gazing into 2024

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Lifelong learning is essential for professionals to maintain and advance their skills, knowledge and competence in a rapidly changing world. 

Providing ongoing training and skills development demonstrates commitment to clients, aligns professionals with evolving client expectations and ensures continuous improvement. 

In this episode of the RICS Podcast we welcome our CPD Framework Steering
Group who are leading the way and championing change in personal
development. Join the Chair, Peter Smith and members Chris Blundell and Liz
Smith to discover:

• The importance of lifelong learning for professionals
• Challenges and barriers to creating a CPD framework 
• How to encourage engagement with CPD
• Making the framework cost-effective and flexible

The CPD Framework Steering Group is now keen to hear more views from RICS members about the existing CPD Framework and possible areas for improvement. Take the survey here > 

https://www.rics.org/regulation/regulatory-governance/standards-and-regulation-board-sub-groups/cpd-framework-steering-group

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The RICS Awards showcase the most inspirational initiatives and developments in land, real estate, construction and infrastructure.

As part of our ongoing commitment to raise the profile of industry professionals and teams, the Awards aim to demonstrate the positive impact that the built environment has on individuals and communities, while also promoting the role that the profession has in making projects a reality.

Joining our UK Awards Judge Colin Harrop (Hardies Property and Construction Consultants) on The RICS Podcast this week are a host of the 2022 UK award winners - Arcadis’ Hannah Grover & David Baker, and Randall Simmonds LLP’s Phil Lewis. 

These worthy winners share their awards experience, why you should apply, and tips for a successful award entry.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Reasons to enter the RICS Awards, and tips for those making entries
• How approaching an entry differs for team awards as opposed to those based on projects or individuals
• The benefits that our guests have seen from their success in the awards

RICS UK Awards:
https://www.rics.org/training-events/rics-awards/uk-awards

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

In this episode of The RICS Podcast we’re kicking off a series of episodes covering all the key points from the recently launched UK National Supplement in October.

Touching first on the elements relevant to public sector valuation, Jonathan Fothergill is joined by Graham Stalker, Donna Best, and Jaspreet Rahi to discuss the changes and their major implications.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Reasoning behind some of the more notable rewrites of legislation
• How many of the changes are providing more clarity and understanding in the public sector
• What we might expect from the next edition of the UK National Supplement in the future

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Local government support for energy efficient buildings is essential to creating the climate-friendly cities of the future, a vision supported by C40 Cities.

Frankie Downy joins Stephen Lorimer (Centre for Net Zero) on this WBEF episode of The RICS Podcast to discuss how cities can manage the transition towards more energy efficient models at a local level.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How different cities in C40 are evaluating the best policies to put in place for their existing buildings
• The split of government dependence vs self-guidance for these policies
• How data is being captured to check actual consumption against what’s modelled beforehand
• The stages that take a city to its climate-positive vision of 2040

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Sustainability is, and will continue to be, a prevalent factor in the built environment; this year’s RICS Sustainability Report 2025 offers fresh insight into how the climate agenda is shaping practices across the world.

In this insightful episode of the RICS Podcast, host Kisa Zehra is joined by leading experts Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS and Alexandra Faciu MRICS to explore the latest findings, with critical regional insights and the policies driving decarbonisation in construction. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The evolving demand and market drivers for sustainability in real estate
• Financial constraints and access to capital as current major barriers to sustainable development
• The impact of government policy, regulation, and harmonised sustainability standards across different regions
• The increasing significance of climate resilience in valuation, investment decisions, and risk management for real estate assets
• The crucial role of RICS members in advancing decarbonisation efforts and implementing best practice globally

Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/s-eickermann-riepe-pwc/

Alexandra Faciu, MA MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrafaciu/

Kisa Zehra

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kisa-zehra-0740ba92/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Within the recent King’s Speech, King Charles III’s first as monarch, we were offered a glimpse into some of the major bills and reforms with far-reaching impacts to our industry’s professionals.

Breaking down the vital elements of this speech on episode 103 of The RICS Podcast, co-hosts Dominic Collyer and Mahvesh Ibrar talk with Arcadis’ Siman Rawlinson about the wider impacts of the Renters Reform Bill, modernisation of the arbitration system, key elements not raised in the speech, and much more.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The Renters Reform Bill’s potential impact on housing availability & expectations for the courts
• The Leasehold & Freehold Reform Bill’s desired impact to reform the residential leasehold sector
• Aspirations for economic benefits from the Trans-Pacific Partnership Bill
• Notable omissions from the speech around pension reform

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Ann Gray FRICS took up her one-year term as RICS president in January 2023 and has overseen a significant 12 months for the Institution. 

In the latest episode of the Modus podcast, Building the Future, Simon Rawlinson MRICS discusses the highlights and the challenges of 2023 with Gray. He also outlines what he’s been doing so far in his new role as chair of the RICS Knowledge and Practice Committee.

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Technology is an ever-shifting phenomenon, and while data has always been a source of innovation, AI has accelerated the utility of data, particularly in the built environment.

In this week’s World Built Environment Forum podcast, Andrew Min joins Andrew Knight to take us into the technological use cases for data & artificial intelligence, and how they’re evolving our perceptions of what the built environment can offer.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Reimagining the built environment in New York through data
• How client demands for technology have grown in the real estate asset sector
• Using data to further extend a focus on ESG, particularly with regard to tracking social change
• The future of the sector, and where AI fits into the equation

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

What do devolved powers mean for Greater Manchester and its ability to make independent decisions on its built environment? Why is net zero a key part of the region’s plans to reindustrialise? And can local authorities be given the power to penalise landlords who don’t take care of the properties they own?

 

That’s what Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester discusses with Emma Causer, UK and Ireland market director at RICS, in the latest episode of the Modus podcast.

 

As part of their conversation on the sustainable future of Greater Manchester, Burnham explains why bringing buses back under public control is a key part of the region’s five-year environment plan. “This is important because you can’t dictate the pace of decarbonisation unless you control the system,” he says.

 

He also highlights the amount of high-quality jobs needed for the mission to retrofit buildings, the value of including green space in new developments and why strong transport infrastructure is crucial for the growth of a city. 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Since Episode 58 of The RICS Podcast in February 2022, where we covered an overview of the Building Safety Act 2022, there’s been a number of key changes worth noting in new secondary legislation.

Returning to discuss Gateways 2 & 3, approaches to higher-risk buildings (HRBs), remediation orders and much more are Andrew Thomas MRICS and David Savage LLB, sharing their insights once again with host Gary Strong FRICS.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What the secondary legislation has introduced in 2023, and how the industry is responding to the volume of secondary legislation that’s been brought in
• How is this impacting building control and local authorities
• What are Safety Cases
• The details of Gateways two and three, due to follow August 2022’s Gateway 1
• What is the Golden Thread
• Remediation Orders and Enforcement
• Details on how the Building Safety Act affects The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Links to useful resources at https://www.rics.org/news-insights/building-safety-act-faqs 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

What challenges are faced by women of colour in the construction industry? That’s the question this episode of Building the Future is exploring. 

Sybil Taunton, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at RICS, speaks to Ally Reid MRICS, Europe Real Estate Associate Director at QNB Capital. During their conversation, they cover topics such as the gender pay gap and why it’s exacerbated for people from different backgrounds, as well as how the industry can address the balance of representation.  

“You can’t change what you don’t measure,” says Reid. “That’s what you build a strategy from. If we’re silent and we continue to try to improve the situation by building more awareness of it but not targeting our measures, then I fear that we’re not going to make the progress we want to make.” 

 They also look at the opportunities presented by mentoring, the importance of allyship within a company and why the average RICS membership is 29 years for men but only 16 for women. 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

While the need for carbon reduction is clear, the route to creating a built environment that better serves this need is constantly being refined.

Through their work at Introba UK and Related Argent respectively, Clara Bagenal George and David Partridge are contributing to the RICS whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) standard and the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard.

Clara and David join RICS’ Charlotte Neal on the podcast this week to discuss the formation of these standards, and personal journeys implementing positive steps to reduce carbon in their own activities.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How BECD and the Whole Life Carbon Assessment methodology work together in tandem
• Why the Net Zero Carbon Building Standard is so essential for the industry
• David and Clara’s personal pursuits for more carbon conscious lifestyles
• Trying to overcome reliance on third parties to make your own positive changes

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The provision of sick pay and support for workers in ill health is a key issue in the Safe Sick Pay campaign’s push to reduce health inequality.

In a recent report for the campaign, WPI Economics highlighted the reality of Statutory Sick Pay and the positive benefits of reform - Laura Osborne joins us on The RICS Podcast to share more on the campaign, the report, and how industry attitudes towards sick pay are changing for the better.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Why qualitative information was so key in understanding the impact of insufficient sick pay provisions
• Changing attitudes towards illness in the workplace post-Covid
• Recommendations from WPI Economics’ latest report for the Safe Sick Pay campaign
• How the campaign considers the implications for SMEs and smaller companies

Links & References:

https://wpieconomics.com/publications/ssp-reform/

https://www.instituteofhealthequity.org/resources-reports/working-well-delivering-better-health-outcomes-for-hidden-workers

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

It’s said that buildings amount to 40% of carbon emissions in cities, which demonstrates the need for change in both commercial and residential offerings to improve energy efficiency.

Working to achieve this at BAM is Sarah Joliffe, who joins Stephen Lorimer on this WBEF episode of The RICS Podcast to discuss how the retrofit and ongoing design of flexible buildings is contributing to a more efficient, less carbonised world.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• BAM’s role in building sustainability for buildings of the future
• The split between commercial and residential buildings seeking carbon reduction
• Approaching buildings and flexible energy use with useful data
• How minimum energy efficiency standards are currently driving investment
• Potential barriers to adjacent building owners working together to achieve efficiency targets

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The Landlord & Tenant Act is a longstanding piece of legislation currently in the process of reform, and with a consultation coming soon it’s an ideal time to get involved.

With an extensive legal background and expertise in Alternative Dispute Resolution, RICS’ Martin Burns joins Dominic Collyer on The RICS Podcast this week to discuss the reforms, benefits of particular ADR methods, the relative underuse of the PACT process, and much more.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What the consultation on the Landlord and Tenant Act will consider
• Pros and cons of various methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution
• The PACT process for lease renewal disputes
• How to get involved with the upcoming consultation

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.

Purpose & Learning Outcomes

• Understand Gateway 2's legal framework and how it alters the construction process.
• Recognise the key responsibilities of accountable persons and duty holders under the new regime.
• Learn from real examples of how organisations are adapting their internal processes.
• Be aware of enforcement mechanisms and the importance of early engagement with the Building Safety Regulator.

Welcome to this CPD-Focused episode of The RICS Podcast, in which Gary Strong FRICS is joined by Graeme Manley MRICS and David Savage to explore the pivotal Gateway 2 stage of the Building Safety Act 2022 and its notable impact on the built environment.

The trio cover crucial insights into the evolving legal landscape for higher risk residential buildings (HRBs), how Gateway 2 fits into the wider gateway process, and the operational challenges facing both clients and contractors. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Gateway 2 and its pivotal role in the new building safety regulatory regime for higher risk residential buildings
• Legal obligations and increased responsibilities for clients, principal designers, and principal contractors under the Building Safety Act 2022
• Challenges with application delays, information quality, and the impact on social housing and existing residential buildings
• The importance of demonstrating duty holder competence and maintaining thorough documentation
• The need for improved industry collaboration, cultural change, and operational adaptation to meet evolving safety standards and compliance requirements

Gary Strong FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-strong-bsc-hons-frics-fciarb-c-builde-fcabe-fcila-b52667b/

Graeme Manley MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/graememanley/

David Savage

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjsavage/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

The built environment’s benefits to its occupants extend far beyond the mere structure, taking into account the decisions that help them lead healthier lives daily.

Ekkist’s Managing Director, Olga Turner Baker, joins us on The RICS Podcast to discuss the increasing awareness of healthy buildings, the benefits of diversity in teams thinking about healthy buildings, and how we articulate their benefits to those early in the profession.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What do we mean by health & wellbeing, and a ‘healthy building’
• Articulating the benefits of healthy buildings
• How we reflect the need for health and wellbeing early in the routes into the surveying profession
• Valuation of healthy buildings, and how standards may need to evolve

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

When undertaking valuation, the hopes and likelihood for a legal claim made against your work are low, which means that claims can come as a shock to many professionals.

Naomi Park is the Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft LLP and is well placed to offer her experience and expertise in preventing these issues arising, and pragmatic steps to take if a claim is made against you.

NOTE: This podcast is created on a general basis for information only, and doesn’t constitute professional or legal advice. No liability is accepted to users or any third parties in respect to the use of the content, or any errors or inaccuracies. Professional advice should always be obtained before applying any information from this podcast to particular circumstances.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Factors to consider when taking on work
• Addressing queries once a valuation report has been sent over
• Setting out liability limitation
• Considering the scope of follow-up questions, and whether they constitute new work
• Steps to take if a claim is made

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

Chris Skidmore MP is the former chairman of the UK government’s Net Zero Review. In June 2019 he signed net zero pledges into law, which include a target to end the UK’s contribution to global warming by 2050.

 

In the latest episode of the Modus podcast Building the Future, Luay Al-Khatib, Director of Knowledge and Practice at RICS, asks Skidmore what his objectives are for the upcoming COP28 conference in Dubai. They also discuss whether the UK is still a leading nation on tackling climate change and how politicians balance short-term targets against long-term environmental goals. 

 

“If we’re going to make net zero by 2050, we’ve got to reduce our emissions by 68% come 2030,” says Skidmore. “The easiest way we can do that is knowing what we can do now, which is to get on with the job of decarbonising our buildings. Having a deadline does give you an impetus to work at speed.”

 

“Around 90% of global GDP has now signed up in some form to a net zero target. It’s because it has an end date that is manageable and has a landing pathway and it recognises that it’s not making the perfect the enemy of the good.”

 

Skidmore also highlights the Inflation Reduction Act in the US and how it will affect decarbonisation, as well as how he felt when he signed net zero into UK law and why the UK is well-placed to meet climate change targets.

 

“We have a wealth of academic and industry expertise that has demonstrated you can decarbonise and not de-industrialise, you can have clean growth,” he says. “Regardless of who is in government, that is going to continue.”

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

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Kieran Halliwell

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