Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) is the government\u2019s advisor on architecture, urban design and public space. The chief responsibilities of the Chair will be to:<\/p>\n
\u2022maintain established links and forge new ones with government, professional organisations and other bodies, including acting as CABE\u2019s principal contact with ministers<\/p>\n
\u2022Act as an ambassador, representing the views of the Commission to CABE\u2019s audiences, and encourage public and press interest in the cause of good architecture, urban design and public spaceEngage with the range of CABE\u2019s activities and lead CABE\u2019s dynamic board of Commissioners encouraging them to participate fully and to:<\/p>\n
i) exercise strategic direction in seeking to raise architecture and built environment standards and awareness throughout England.
\nii) formulate the Commission\u2019s strategy for discharging the functions assigned to it under the provisions of the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act
\niii) monitor CABE\u2019s performance, use of resources and ensure accountability.<\/p>\n
\u2022work with the Chief Executive to:<\/p>\n
i)ensure that the commission, in reaching decisions takes proper account of all relevant guidance, including that provided by sponsor and funding departments, Cabinet Office and HMT
\nii)encourage high standards of propriety and promote efficient and effective use of staff and other resources throughout the organisation<\/p>\n
\u2022appraise and provide an assessment of the performance of individual Commissioners on an annual basis, and on request when they are being considered for reappointment to the Commission, or for appointment to the board of another other public body.<\/p>\n
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