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Written by rosalind renshaw

The RICS has set up an independent commission to examine localism and Big Society proposals, suggesting that it is as puzzled as the rest of us.

As the Localism Bill makes its way through Parliament, the RICS is calling for views.

The Land and Society Commission, chaired by Trevor Beattie, will have members drawn from the urban and rural property sectors, local communities, the academic world and local government.

It will lead a four-month investigation into how communities can embrace their new land and property roles.

The Commission’s report, due to be published in April, will make recommendations. Oral evidence sessions will take place in February and March.

Those who would like to contribute are asked to visit the Land and Society Commission section of the RICS website and submit their responses to a series of questions.

Trevor Beattie, Commission chairman, said: “Localism and the Big Society present a major opportunity for communities across the country to shape their future and to create valuable new local assets.

“The role of this new Commission is to investigate how best to provide communities with knowledge and resources necessary to make the most of their new responsibilities.”

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