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From the Introduction
The idea of this appraisal arose following a presentation by the Gloucestershire Rural Community Council, at a Parish Council meeting. The Gloucestershire Rural Community Council is a voluntary organisation that seeks to promote the welfare of rural communities in the county, by encouraging community self lhelp, local initiatives and voluntary effort. Whilst there was no issue of immediate concern prompting the need for a village appraisal, it was felt by several parishioners, and the Parish Council, that it would provide an opportunity for the individual residents to express their views on a variety of topics of general interest. These views could then aid the relevant authorities, such as the Parish and District Councils, with information to justify any changes or improvements that were sought. It was also felt that the survey would encourage informed and constructive discussion to take place, ensuring that the interests of the whole village and parish were taken into account.
At the same time, it was felt that the appraisal would provide a snapshot of village life in Coaley as it is today and should also include, particularly for the benefit of relative newcomers to the village, some of its history.
Conclusions
This report gives a snapshot of Coaley in 1992, providing factual information on life in the village and its inhabitants. It was not the intention of the Committee to raise any contentious issue and as can be seen from the consensus view of the parishioners, very little change, ifany, is sought. The Committee hope that any matters of concern will be noted by the relevant authorities, and encouragement given to those wishing to establish new activities.
