Green paper
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In Britain, a green paper is a tentative government report of a proposal without any commitment to action; the first step in changing the law. Green papers may result in the production of a white paper.
A green paper released by the European Commission is a discussion document intended to stimulate debate and launch a process of consultation, at European level, on a particular topic. A green paper usually presents a range of ideas and is meant to invite interested individuals or organizations to contribute views and information. It may be followed by a white paper, an official set of proposals that is used as a vehicle for their development into law.
References
- Green paper (http://www.europa.eu.int/scadplus/glossary/green_paper_en.htm) (EU glossary)
- EU Green papers (http://europa.eu.int/comm/off/green/index_en.htm)