STATUTORY RULES.
1915. No. 232.
REGULATION UNDER THE COMMONWEALTH PUBLIC SERVICE ACT 1902-1915.
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 1902-1915 to come into operation forthwith,
This Regulation shall supersede Provisional Regulation (Statutory Rules 1915, No. 166) under the said Act made on the fifteenth day of September, One thousand nine hundred and fifteen.
Dated this fifteenth day of December, One thousand nine hundred and fifteen,
R. M. FERGUSON,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
G. F. PEARCE.
For the Prime Minister.
Amendment of Commonwealth Public Service Regulations (Statutory Rules 1913/341, as Amended By Statutory Rules 1915/127).
Regulation 121 is amended by adding the following Sub-regulation:—
(1c) Notwithstanding anything contained in this Regulation, preference for temporary employment shall be given to sailors and soldiers who have served abroad with satisfactory record in the Naval or Military Forces of the Commonwealth.
Printed and published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
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Overview
The Commonwealth Public Service Regulation 1915, made under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1915, was enacted to address the need for efficient and effective management of the public service in light of the First World War. This regulation, introduced by the Governor-General in Council, aimed to amend existing regulations to ensure that returning servicemen were prioritised for temporary employment in the public service. The policy objective was to support the reintegration of soldiers and sailors into civilian life by providing them with employment opportunities within the Commonwealth Public Service. This legislative instrument reflects the federal government’s commitment to the welfare of its military personnel during and after the war.
Scope and Application
The Legislative Instrument No. 232, made under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1915, pertains specifically to the amendment of the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations, particularly Regulation 121. This regulation introduces a new sub-regulation (1c) that mandates a preference for temporary employment to be given to sailors and soldiers who have served overseas with a satisfactory record in the Naval or Military Forces of the Commonwealth. This amendment is effective immediately upon its publication, thereby superseding the Provisional Regulation made earlier in 1915. The application of this regulation is geographically confined to the Commonwealth of Australia, affecting the federal public service and thereby impacting the recruitment and employment practices within this sector. The amendment is a direct response to the exigencies of the First World War, ensuring that service personnel returning from overseas are prioritised in the public service employment, thereby recognising their contributions and sacrifices.
Key Provisions
The primary operative section of this legislative instrument is Regulation 121, which has been amended by adding sub-regulation (1c) (Regulation 121(1c)). This new sub-regulation stipulates that preference for temporary employment within the Commonwealth Public Service should be given to sailors and soldiers who have served abroad with a satisfactory record in the Naval or Military Forces of the Commonwealth. This amendment aims to prioritise the employment of returning service personnel, recognising their contribution and sacrifices.
The obligations and requirements imposed by this Act on the relevant parties primarily involve adhering to the amended Regulation 121(1c). Public service agencies and departments must ensure that when considering candidates for temporary employment, they give preference to those who meet the specified criteria of having served in the Naval or Military Forces of the Commonwealth with a satisfactory record. This requirement is intended to streamline the hiring process and provide fair consideration to those who have served their country.
Should any public service agency or department fail to comply with the obligations set out in Regulation 121(1c), there may be civil or administrative consequences. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the text, breaches of public service regulations can lead to disciplinary actions, including warnings, fines, or other corrective measures. Additionally, persistent non-compliance could result in more severe repercussions, such as legal action or the imposition of more stringent penalties as outlined in relevant statutes or regulations.