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A new UK-US mutual recognition agreement (MRA) has been signed by the UK\u2019s Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the US\u2019s National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB).<\/h3>\nA new UK-US mutual recognition agreement (MRA) has been signed by the UK\u2019s Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the US\u2019s National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB).<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
ARB writes:<\/p>\n
Both the UK and US are leaders in global architecture and this agreement is the first of its kind that ARB has signed, meaning that eligible architects can more easily register to work in each country.<\/p>\n
In both the United Kingdom and the United States of America, anyone practicing as an architect must join the relevant Register to use the legally protected title. Registration exists to ensure anyone calling themselves an architect has the appropriate skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours. The new agreement will open up professional registration by streamlining registration processes and reducing costs and examinations, whilst upholding and maintaining the high standards and safety that help to protect the public in both nations.<\/p>\n
Hugh Simpson, Chief Executive and Registrar, Architects Registration Board, said:<\/p>\n
\u201cSigning this MRA \u2013 creating a reciprocal arrangement whereby UK architects can register and practice in participating jurisdictions within the United States \u2013 is an exciting moment for the sector. The agreement helps to open up opportunities for cooperation between individuals and firms in the UK and United States in a way which upholds standards.\u201d<\/p>\n
Michael Armstrong, CEO, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, said:<\/p>\n
\u201cThrough this agreement, NCARB celebrates a new relationship with the United Kingdom as it continues to enhance the value of the NCARB Certificate as a facilitator of domestic and international mobility for many U.S. licensed practitioners. We are pleased to sign this Mutual Recognition Agreement emphasizing a shared approach of appropriate rigor in guiding the licensure of architects, thus furthering our mutual desire to enhance the global health, safety and welfare of the public.\u201d<\/p>\n
Secretary of State for Business and Trade Kemi Badenoch said:<\/p>\n
\u201cThis landmark agreement will pave the way for our world-class architects to export their expertise across the Atlantic.\u00a0 Removing market access barriers is one of my top priorities, and this latest win will further strengthen our trading ties with the US, building on recent success getting British beef and lamb on American supermarket shelves for the first time in decades, and gaining tariff-free access for UK steel and aluminium.\u201d<\/p>\n
The agreement has been signed as part of ARB\u2019s new approach to registering international architects, made possible by new legislation that has followed the UK\u2019s exit from the EU.<\/p>\n
ARB and NCARB are finalising the procedures for architects to register in either country, and will open for applications on 25 April 2023. To support this agreement, ARB has created the UK Adaptation Assessment to review applicants\u2019 understanding of the UK-specific context of practising architecture, ensuring that anyone who joins the Register meets the standard required to practise safely and effectively in the UK.<\/p>\n
UK architects who would like to join a US Register can learn more about the procedure as soon as applications open on 25 April on ARB\u2019s website at arb.org.uk\/international-routes\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Architects registered in the USA can learn more on NCARB\u2019s website at ncarb.org\/ncarb-certificate\/international-practice<\/a>.<\/p>\n