Green Paper

American

noun

British.

a report presenting the policy proposals of the government, to be discussed in Parliament.

green paper British

noun

(often capitals) (in Britain) a command paper containing policy proposals to be discussed, esp by Parliament

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Etymology

Origin of Green Paper

First recorded in 1945–50; apparently so called from the color of the paper on which they are printed

Example Sentences

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There was some green paper, crumpled up.

From Literature

But Mrs. Sasaki chose the tiniest one made of fancy green paper with pink parasols on it.

From Literature

The DWP said the future of Access to Work had been consulted on as part of the Pathways to Work Green Paper and it was "currently considering" its response to it.

From BBC

It has published a consultation document - or green paper - laying out plans to future-proof the BBC, put it on a sustainable financial footing and bolster trust.

From BBC

"It's clear we need a fresh vision," said Post Office Minister, Gareth Thomas, launching a Green Paper on the service's future.

From BBC

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