The discussion covered topics such as tackling gender bias, and raised important questions about leadership, culture and how practices can support sustainable careers within the built environment.
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This week, ARB colleagues attended a seminar presented by Judith Topley (nee Kalyanvala) and hosted by dMFK Architects, reflecting on research into gender equity in architecture, including the RIBA-commissioned Build It Together report by the Fawcett Society.
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ARB colleagues visited Johannesburg to meet our regulatory counterpart, the South African Council for the Architectural Profession.
The visit provided insight into architect regulation in South Africa.
Thanks to SACAP for hosting, and to the Department for Business and Trade for support.
ARB has arrangements with partner regulatory organisations in the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Canada - these arrangements allow architects to apply for registration for work or study, easily and quickly.
For more info on MRAs, visit:
arb.org.uk/internationa...
Today, we have published ARB’s 2026-30 Corporate Strategy.
Our new strategy focuses on safety, competence and culture in response to the public interest, sector challenges and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry.
Read our full strategy here:
arb.org.uk/about-arb/ar...
Last week, we published the first 2026 edition of ARB Insight.
In his foreword, our Chair shares updates on CPD, proposed changes to practical experience requirements, and our work with government and stakeholders to strengthen architectural regulation.
Read more:
arbmail.org.uk/p/4ZCL-IPH/a...
We have published proposals to revise professional practical experience, including changes to standards for providers, a new role for learning providers, and a new Trainee Record of Experience.
Our consultation is open until 15 April 2026.
Share your views here: arb.org.uk/consultation...
Creating a professional development plan (PDP) at the start of the year helps you identify learning objectives and CPD activities aligned with your practice and supports professional development.
A PDP is optional for most architects, but recommended.
Learn more:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
Last week, ARB colleagues attended the @the-riba.bsky.social Education & Practice Away Day at Kingston University, discussing the future of education and professional pathways.
These discussions are timely as our Professional Practical Experience consultation is live now: arb.org.uk/consultation...
The Architects Code defines the professional and ethical standards expected of all architects.
The Code is supported by guidance that relates the Standards it sets to real-world practice, and how architects can apply these Standards in a variety of contexts.
Learn more:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
ARB is consulting on proposed routes to registration for partially qualified professionals, particularly those with accredited Part 2 and 3 but no Part 1. The proposals aim to make registration simpler and fairer.
Consultation closes 2 February.
Have your say: arb.citizenspace.com/policy-and-c...
Last week, ARB held a webinar outlining proposed changes to professional practical experience and to launch the accompanying consultation.
A recording of the full webinar is available to watch here: youtu.be/LoQglLob78M
ARB has launched a consultation on proposed changes to professional practical experience, with the aim of enhancing quality, support, and oversight for trainees.
Learn more about the proposals and share your views here ➡️
arb.org.uk/consultation...
Join our professional practical experience webinar on Thursday 15 January at 2pm, to hear the next steps on implementing the independent commission’s recommendations, learn about new proposals, and share your views.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
All architects are expected to participate in the ARB CPD scheme, and architects who haven’t recorded CPD for 2025 risk removal from the Register in 2026.
CPD isn’t optional — it keeps skills current and protects the public.
Learn more:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
🚨 31 December is the last day for architects to record their CPD.
If you wish to remain on the Register for 2026, you have must complete recording your CPD and pay your retention fee by this deadline.
For more info, visit:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
Important notice:
The ARB offices will be closed from 3:00 PM on December 24th and will reopen on Monday, December 29th. For any urgent inquiries during this time, please email info@arb.org.uk, and we will respond as soon as we return.
As the year draws to a close, we extend our warmest wishes to all our followers for a joyful festive season.
Wishing you every success and happiness in the year ahead.
🗓️ Only 1 week left for architects to record their CPD!
While this time of year offers a chance to unwind, it’s also a moment to complete tasks that set you up for the year ahead.
Recording CPD is mandatory under the Building Safety Act 2022.
For more info, visit:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
Architects must complete and record CPD by 31 December 2025 to maintain registration in 2026.
This applies to all registered architects — including those not currently practising or those living overseas.
If you’re unsure what’s required, visit our website for guidance:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
🗓️ Only 2 weeks remaining for architects to complete recording CPD!
To stay on the Register for 2026, architects must complete CPD by Dec 31, 2025.
Record your CPD by:
- Submit activity types
- Sign your declaration
- Pay your retention fee
More info:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
CPD isn’t limited to formal training. Reading, peer discussions, and insights from past projects can all count.
If the learning outcome improves your practice or competency, it can be recorded as CPD.
Record your CPD by 31 December 2025, for more information visit:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
CPD is a legal requirement under the Building Safety Act 2022.
Architects must record their CPD by 31st December 2025. You can do this either through MyARB or RIBA.
For further guidance, visit ➡️
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
Deferments are only available in exceptional circumstances.
If you think you may need to request one, please do so early through MyARB when you pay your retention fee. If a deferment isn’t granted, you must complete CPD for 2025.
For more information, visit:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
Architects, have you submitted your CPD for 2025 yet?
To be retained on the Architects Register in 2026, all architects must record their CPD by 31 December.
Whether you choose to record in MyARB or with RIBA, recording CPD is simple.
For further guidance, visit ➡️
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
The ARB CPD scheme has two mandatory topics that all architects are expected to cover, ahead of the 31 December deadline:
🦺 Fire and life safety
♻️ Environmental sustainability
For more information on the mandatory topics, and our competence guidelines, visit:
arb.org.uk/architect-in...
⏰ Deadline: 31 Dec 2025
See CPD guidance here ➡️ arb.org.uk/architect-information/cpd
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Architects: continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for keeping skills up to date and maintaining high standards.
To stay on the ARB Register for 2026:
1️⃣ Record your 2025 CPD in MyARB or with RIBA
2️⃣ Complete your professional declaration & pay your 2026 retention fee
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For the mandatory ARB CPD scheme, architects must record their CPD in MyARB or with RIBA.
If you are planning to record CPD in MyARB but need a hand getting started, watch our demo ➡️ youtu.be/2lbhAFUXIEo?...
This session was recorded last year, but the process for recording CPD hasn’t changed.
We were pleased to have ARB’s Director of Policy and Communications, Rebecca Roberts-Hughes, participate in the London Build Expo last week as a guest speaker. Rebecca contributed to a panel discussion on the Architecture Stage titled ‘Addressing the Gender Pay Gap in UK Architecture’.
