Australian Bureau of Statistics (Australian Statistics Advisory Council Member) Appointment (No. 7) 2021

Overview

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (Australian Statistics Advisory Council Member) Appointment (No. 7) 2021 is a notifiable instrument introduced by the Australian Government to address the need for the appointment of a part-time member to the Australian Statistics Advisory Council. Enacted on 1 September 2021, this instrument was issued under the authority of Michael Sukkar, the Assistant Treasurer, Minister for Housing, and Minister for Homelessness, Social and Community Housing, pursuant to subsection 19(2) of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975. The primary policy objective behind this appointment is to ensure the Australian Statistics Advisory Council has the necessary expertise and representation to provide informed advice on the operation of the Australian Bureau of Statistics, thereby improving the quality and relevance of statistical information available to the government and the public. The appointment of Lisa Jackson Pulver for a period of three years is intended to enhance the council’s capacity to deliver on this objective.

Scope and Application

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (Australian Statistics Advisory Council Member) Appointment (No. 7) 2021I appoints Lisa Jackson Pulver as a part-time member of the Australian Statistics Advisory Council for a period of three years, commencing the day after the instrument is registered on the Federal Register of Legislation. This notifiable instrument is made under the authority conferred by subsection 19(2) of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975. The Act applies to the appointment of members to the Australian Statistics Advisory Council, which provides advice to the Australian Bureau of Statistics on statistical matters, ensuring the statistical system is fit for purpose and meets community needs. This appointment falls within the Commonwealth jurisdiction and extends to the individual member's responsibilities and obligations as defined by the Act and any related subordinate instruments. The legislation does not specify exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds for the appointment process, and the scope of the Act is limited to the statutory requirements for the appointment of council members.

Key Provisions

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (Australian Statistics Advisory Council Member) Appointment (No. 7) 2021I, under subsection 19(2) of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975, appoints Lisa Jackson Pulver as a part-time member of the Australian Statistics Advisory Council for a term of three years from the day after the instrument is registered on the Federal Register of Legislation. This appointment is effective from 1 September 2021, and was made by Michael Sukkar, who holds the positions of Assistant Treasurer, Minister for Housing, and Minister for Homelessness, Social and Community Housing. The main purpose of this notifiable instrument is to formally recognise and establish the appointment of Lisa Jackson Pulver in this advisory role, ensuring she contributes to the advisory council as required. The obligations and requirements imposed by this Act on the parties involved are primarily centred around the role and duties of the appointed member. Lisa Jackson Pulver, as a member of the Australian Statistics Advisory Council, will be expected to participate in meetings, provide expert advice on statistical matters, and contribute to the strategic direction and policy development of the council. She must adhere to the council's guidelines and any specific directives from the council or the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Furthermore, she is expected to act in the public interest and maintain confidentiality regarding any sensitive information encountered during her tenure. There are no explicit offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences outlined in this notifiable instrument for breach of the appointment terms or duties. The primary focus of the legislation is the formal appointment and establishment of the role, with the understanding that any misconduct or failure to fulfil the expected duties would be addressed through internal council processes or other relevant administrative measures. The Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975, from which this appointment derives its authority, would be the primary legal framework in which any breaches or misconduct would be addressed, potentially leading to further consequences such as removal from the position or other disciplinary actions.