Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at on 18 March 1929.
Mr Herbert Looker
, Essex South Eastern
Before any definite decision is arrived at, as to the steps to be taken in relation to the Boxer Indemnity Fund, will the right hon. Gentleman issue a white paper showing the proposals contemplated by the Government so that the House may have an opportunity of considering them before the Government are committed to them?
A document issued by the Government laying out its policy, or proposed policy, on a topic of current concern.Although a white paper may occasion consultation as to the details of new legislation, it does signify a clear intention on the part of a government to pass new law. This is a contrast with green papers, which are issued less frequently, are more open-ended and may merely propose a strategy to be implemented in the details of other legislation.
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