COVID-19 and the Institute

We hope that this finds you and those close to you safe and well.  The COVID 19 crisis is an unprecedented challenge in today's ever-changing environment; our top priority is the safety and well-being of our members, employees, their families, stakeholders, and the communities in which we operate.

The pandemic has disrupted life for people around the globe. It is impossible to predict the future impact on the IRRV, but we want to assure you we are monitoring the situation and its effect on the organisation closely.

We recognise that the pandemic has brought with it a significant economic and professional impact and that many of you have had to adjust to it. In response we are actively engaging with Government to ensure your concerns are being raised.  We have acted both individually and in collaboration with partners in our areas of interest and we are in constant discussions with government departments ensuring your interests are represented.

The Institute has cancelled all in-person IRRV hosted events through to the end of May. We will assess the status of future events and notify members of any changes. We have taken action on courses, examinations and our apprenticeship programme.  The Education Team will remain in contact with students and apprentices to ensure they are fully aware of our decision making.

The Forum Service has completed its current round of meetings and will deliver the face to face element of the service virtually until further notice. Our other web based services will continue in the normal way and we have added special features to meet the demands of the current emergency and we will explore ways to offer additional materials online.

The Institute's headquarters building is closed but all employees are working normally from remote locations.  All employees have remote access capabilities, enabling the office to continue to operate and respond to members. We are doing everything we can to assist our members in this crisis.

On behalf of the Institute's Council and our headquarters team, we wish you and your family health and safety during this difficult time and encourage you to stay safe, look after your personal wellbeing and follow the instructions of the Government.

                                               
David Magor OBE IRRV (Hons)                   Andrew Hetherton MRICS IRRV (Hons)
Chief Executive                                        President