RICS Scotland

Scottish construction workloads ‘stable’ in first quarter of 2025 @RICSScotland projectscot.com/2025/05/scotti…

It's bluebells this week! There are also updates on our evidence session with the Housing, Communities and Local Government (HCLG) Committee on Land Value Capture, the Home Report Review and the Scottish Government Cladding Remediation Working Group linkedin.com/pulse/rics-sco…

In the first evidence session of our inquiry into Land Value Capture, we'll hear from @CentreForCities, @_BusinessLDN, @WSP_UKI, @TheTCPA, @RICSNews, @TfL, @NHC and @ThomasAubreyCCA.

🗣️Calling all students and young professionals! Sign up with Susan below to join the Landscape Architecture walk in Edinburgh on 17th April. Details below!

In case you needed a reminder: The BEFS Events Calendar is your go-to resource for built environment events from BEFS, our members, and heritage sector organisations across Scotland. Stay connected with what matters! Access it here: befs.org.uk/events/

The next round of applications for the SafeDeposits Scotland Community Fund ends on 28th February. If you or your organisation have a project in the works that aims to improve your local community, we want to know about it! Find out more: 👉 communityfund.safedepositsscotland.com

New planning fees come into effect today providing additional financial resources to planning authorities. To support implementation, the ePlanning Fee Calculator has been replaced and a new planning circular has been published. gov.scot/isbn/978183691…

We’re pleased to announce the launch of the Fair Work First in Procurement eLearning, designed to help organisations across Scotland embrace Fair Work First — the Scottish Government’s policy aimed at promoting high-quality, fair work and workforce diversity. (1/2)

New report reveals growing demand for ‘green buildings’ in Scotland @RICSnews @RICSScotland projectscot.com/2024/11/new-re…

RICS appoints RGU visiting professor to chair its Scotland board @RICSnews @RICSScotland projectscot.com/2024/11/rics-a…

This week's update includes engagements on topics, including #RAAC, #Energy, #Housing and #Skills. There's also updates on the 5-yearly Tenement Maintenance Report, as well as a look at what the Trump presidency could mean for the UK. Read on👉linkedin.com/pulse/rics-sco…

We're proud to announce our first practice information paper on the impact of carbon markets on the rural economy. This paper touches on the new opportunities and challenges for British agriculture, forestry, & the valuation industry in relation to UK and global carbon markets.

Recently, we have held a range of engagements with members, Scottish Government & industry colleagues on topics including tenement maintenance, New Build Heat Standard, retrofit, energy & Net Zero. Find out more about all our work, below 👇 linkedin.com/pulse/rics-sco…

The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard launches its pilot version, setting metrics and targets for net zero carbon performance across major building types. Read more here: ow.ly/ylee50TPEfh #NetZeroBuildings #ScottishConstruction

RICS Scotland Rural Conference took place in Perth this week, with a guest appearance from @JimFairlieLogie & other talks on the Land Reform Bill, retrofit of heritage assets & a update on taxation in Scotland from @safferys, who also sponsored the event! linkedin.com/pulse/rics-sco…

@HistEnvScot announces new national centre for retrofitting traditional buildings. £1m funding secured to boost energy efficiency & support net zero goals. The announcement comes as a recent survey by HES revealed strong support. Learn more: ow.ly/UuwO50TBZ2x

Thank you to @JimFairlieLogie for giving up his time to speak to the RICS Scotland Rural Conference about Scottish Government's work and ambitions in the agriculture and land space. #RICS #Scotland #Agriculture #Land #Rural

Standing room only at RICS Scotland Rural Conference in Perth this morning. Big thanks to @safferys for sponsoring! #Surveying #RICS #Scotland #Land #Rural

Our Chief Surveyor and Head of Property and Construction, @AngusMorag, shares what makes being a property professional such a diverse, interesting and rewarding career. ricsrecruit.com/article/why-go… @RICSnews @RICSScotland