STATUTORY RULES.
1920. No. 238.
COMMONWEALTH PUBLIC SERVICE REGULATIONS (TWENTY-FIRST AMENDMENT 1920).
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulation under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1918, to come into operation as from the 1st October, 1920.
Dated this seventeenth day of November, 1920.
FORSTER,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
E. J. RUSSELL,
for the Prime Minister.
Amendment of Commonwealth Public Service Regulations.
Regulation 149 of the Public Service Regulations is amended by omitting from sub-clause (j) the words “30s. per week” and inserting in their stead the words “35s. per week”.
Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
Overview
The Commonwealth Public Service Regulations (Twenty-First Amendment) 1920 was enacted to address the need for updating the financial provisions within the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations. The regulation was introduced by the Governor-General, acting on advice from the Federal Executive Council, under the authority of the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1918. The primary objective of this legislative instrument is to amend Regulation 149 of the Public Service Regulations, specifically to adjust the weekly allowance from 30 shillings to 35 shillings, reflecting a necessary update to the remuneration for public service roles. This amendment came into effect on 1 October 1920, ensuring that the financial provisions within the public service were accurately aligned with contemporary standards.
Scope and Application
The Commonwealth Public Service Regulations (Twenty-First Amendment 1920) pertains to the Commonwealth Public Service as governed by the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1918. This legislation specifically targets the amendment of Regulation 149 within the Public Service Regulations, thereby adjusting the weekly remuneration for a particular class of public servants from 30 shillings to 35 shillings per week. The alteration applies directly to individuals employed within the Commonwealth Public Service who are classified under the affected sub-clause, thereby impacting their salary and associated employment conditions. The regulation is applicable nationwide as it is a Commonwealth instrument, extending its reach across all states and territories within Australia. There are no explicit exclusions or exemptions mentioned within the text, indicating that the amendment applies broadly to the specified class of public servants without stated limitations. The scope of this amendment is limited to the financial adjustment specified, and it does not extend to other areas of public service conditions or employment terms. Subordinate instruments may further define or refine the application of this amendment, but the primary change is the stipulated increase in weekly pay.
Key Provisions
The primary operative section of the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations (Twenty-First Amendment 1920) involves an amendment to Regulation 149. Specifically, it adjusts the weekly allowance from 30 shillings to 35 shillings for a particular category of public servants (Regulation 149). This change is intended to update the compensation structure within the public service to reflect changes in economic conditions or to provide a more equitable remuneration for certain roles.
The amendment to Regulation 149 imposes a clear requirement on the relevant authorities to ensure that the updated weekly allowance of 35 shillings is correctly applied to the specified category of public servants. This change mandates that any administrative processes, payroll systems, or documentation pertaining to the remuneration of these public servants be updated to reflect the new allowance. The intention is to ensure consistency and accuracy in the application of public service salaries.
In terms of legal consequences, the Regulations themselves do not explicitly outline offences or penalties for non-compliance with the updated remuneration provisions. However, under the broader framework of the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1918, any failure to comply with the amended regulations could potentially lead to administrative or disciplinary actions against the responsible officers or departments. Although the specific penalties are not detailed within this particular legislative instrument, they would typically be aligned with the general penalties outlined within the Commonwealth Public Service Act. These could include financial penalties, corrective actions, or further administrative measures to ensure compliance.