IRRV is a REV awarding member association.

The association has the right to award Recognised European Valuer status (designated by the letters REV™) to its members.

Northumberland House
303-306 High Holborn
5th Floor
GB-London WC1V 7JZ

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7831 3505
Fax: +44 (0) 20 78312048

President: Kerry Macdermott IRRV (Hons)
Chief Executive: David Magor OBE IRRV
Secretariat: IRRV staff

Number of direct members: 5.500
Number of qualified valuers (individuals): 1.400
Number of student members: 1.000
Number of valuation companies: none

Member of TEGoVA since: Founder member
Category of membership: Full

David Magor OBE IRRV
Chief Executive

Tel: +44 (0)20 7691 8973
Fax: +44 (0)20 7831 2048

Roger Messenger BSc FRICS IRRV REV
Chair of Policy and Resources

WILKS HEAD & EVE
Chartered Surveyors & Town Planners
Partner

Newlands House
40 Berners Street
GB-London W1T 3NA
Tel: +44 20 7637 8471
Fax: +44 20 7631 0536

John Hockey MSc FRICS IRRV
* Education & EVS Adviser to the Board of TEGoVA
* Chairman of the EVS Board of TEGoVA

MEYLER DENTON HOCKEY
Partner
1 Tinkers Court
West Harptree
GB-Bristol BS40 6HA

Tel.: +44 1761 221889
Mobile: +44 7774 417233
Skype: john.hockey.mdh

Anthony Prior FRICS IRRV Hon REV
* REV Adviser to the Board of TEGoVA
* Consultant Valuer to IRRV
* Consultant Valuer to Isle of Man Government
* Member of the Advisory Panel on Standards for the Planning Inspectorate

Tel: +44 20 74381046 or +44 1264738416
Mobile:+44 7880701662

The Institute of Revenues, Rating and Valuation (IRRV) is one of the oldest United Kingdom professional organisations concerned in the valuation of property and local government revenues and benefits with its origins going back to 1882. Its Membership includes valuers in the private and public sector involved in the assessment of land and buildings for the full range statutory purposes including national and local taxation, landlord and tenant asset valuation and compulsory acquisition.

The Institute plays a leading role in discussions with government on proposed legislative changes, publishes practice notes on valuation topics and co-operates in the formulation of national and international valuation best practice.

Members 'services. The IRRV offers a recognised specialist professional qualification. Members of the Institute have access to help and guidance through regularly updated text books training courses and research documents. The IRRV maintains a technical advice service and publications and case law reports are available for consultation. A monthly journal 'Insight' covers all aspects of the Institutes activities and a quarterly specialist magazine 'The Valuer' provides detailed articles and updates on valuation and associated issues.

Lobbying. The Institute plays a leading role in discussions with government on proposed legislative changes, and co-operates in the formulation of national and international valuation best practice.

Education. The Institute places great importance on the training of valuers and works with UK Government Agencies in developing training programmes. A learning package is being developed to provide a trans-European training programme that will meet the requirements of the 2nd EU Directive on Professional Qualifications

In the Valuation area of the Institutes work the principal areas are:

* Specialist valuation advice and expertise in connection with valuation for local and national taxation.
* Co-operation in the establishment of valuation best practice and standards both in the UK and in Europe.
* Valuations for asset valuation, landlord and tenant and compulsory purchase compensation in connection with public works.
* The Institute is an Awarding Body for vocational qualifications. This role is approved by a Government appointed assessment authority.

The association is governed by the General Council, which is a statutory body, with three dedicated Faculties each covering Revenue, Benefits and Valuation disciplines.

The council of the Institute is elected by the membership on a three yearly cycle.

The administration of the Institute is carried out by the employed staff led by the Chief Executive. The staff are organised into 3 units covering Education, Commercial activity and Administration.

* Real Estate Valuation Surveyors
* Local Government Finance Experts
* Accountants

The IRRV is a professional body that seeks to further the interests of those involved in all aspects of property taxation and local authority revenues including qualified and trainee valuers who wish to specialise in the valuation of land and buildings for official purposes. The categories of membership available are Corporate, Technician, Student and Affiliate.

As indicated above the IRRV publishes a number of research reports, books and forms, as well as producing regular updates for its members. The Institute also has an interactive website (www.irrv.org.uk) which can be accessed by members of the Institute and non members.