A policy document that is produced by the government that set out their proposals for future legislaiton. White papers are foten published as command papers and may imclude a draft version of a bill that is being planned
WHat is the purpose of a white paper?
White papers provide a basis for further consultation and discussion with interested or affected groups and allows final changes to be made before a Bill is formally presented to Parliament.
What is an example of a white paper?
An example of a white paper is the Get Britain Working White Paper
What does the Get Britain Working White Paper aim to do?
This paper supports higher employment and lower economic inactivity. It aims to help people develop their careers and move into higher paid, higher quality work.
