F.R.L.I.
1994B01068
STATUTORY RULES.
1942. No. 45.
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REGULATION UNDER THE COMMONWEALTH PUBLIC SERVICE ACT 1922–1941.*
THE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD appointed under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1922-1941, in pursuance and exercise of the authority conferred upon it by the said Act, and subject to the approval of the Governor-General, hereby makes the following Regulation.
Dated this twenty-sixth day of January, 1942.
F. G. THORPE,
Commissioner.
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I, The Governor-General in and over the Commonwealth of Australia acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby approve the following Regulation.
Dated this fourth day of February, 1942.
GOWRIE
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
W. P. ASHLEY
for Prime Minister.
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Amendment of the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations.†
Permanent Heads of Departments.
Regulation 71a of the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations is amended by omitting the words “ The Director, Department of Information” and inserting in their stead the words “The Secretary, Department of Information”.
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 5th February, 1942.
† Statutory Rules 1935, No. 18, as amended by Statutory Rules 1935, Nos. 44, 72, 78 and 119; 1936, Nos. 5, 55, 76, 88, 106, 116, 143 and 154; 1937, Nos. 11, 25, 54, 60, 74, 78, 87, 100, 103 and 118; 1938, Nos. 35, 41, 79, 105, 110 and 113; 1939, Nos. 4, 36, 52, 62, 65, 105, 154, 167 and 168; 1940, Nos. 23, 74, 110, 143 and 247; and 1941, Nos. 30, 42, 127, 148, 158, 168, 191, 224, 284 and 310.
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By Authority: L. F. Johnston, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.
716.—Price 3d.
Overview
The Commonwealth Public Service Act 1922-1941, enacted by the Australian Parliament, aimed to provide a framework for the regulation and administration of the Commonwealth Public Service. The Act sought to address the need for efficient and effective governance by establishing a structured system for public service roles, responsibilities, and administrative processes. The Public Service Board, appointed under the Act, has the authority to make regulations to further these objectives. In 1942, a regulation was enacted to amend the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations, specifically altering the title of the Director of the Department of Information to the Secretary of the Department of Information, reflecting an adjustment in the administrative hierarchy. This regulatory amendment was approved by the Governor-General, ensuring compliance with the legislative framework established by the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1922-1941.
Scope and Application
The Commonwealth Public Service Regulations, as amended, apply to all officers and employees of the Commonwealth Public Service, including those within the executive branch of the Australian government. These regulations govern the terms and conditions of employment, the organisational structure, and the conduct of public servants within the federal jurisdiction. The regulations are intended to ensure efficiency, accountability, and adherence to public service principles across all departments and agencies. There are no specific exclusions or exemptions outlined within the regulations themselves, although certain roles may be governed by additional or specific legislation. The application of these regulations is broad, encompassing all Commonwealth public servants and extending to any subordinate instruments that may be issued to further detail or implement specific aspects of the regulations.
Key Provisions
The main operative section of this legislative instrument is Regulation 71a, which amends the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations by changing the title of a specific position within a department. Specifically, Regulation 71a changes the title of the head of the Department of Information from "The Director" to "The Secretary." This amendment reflects a change in the organisational structure or naming conventions within the Commonwealth Public Service.
The obligations and requirements imposed by this Act on the relevant parties are primarily administrative and procedural. The Public Service Board, acting under the authority of the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1922-1941, has amended Regulation 71a to update the title of the head of the Department of Information. This change necessitates updates to official records, communications, and possibly other regulatory documents to reflect the new title accurately. The amendment also requires the approval of the Governor-General, which has been granted in this instance.
In terms of offences, penalties, or consequences for breach, this legislative instrument does not explicitly state any penalties for non-compliance with the amendment. However, given that the regulation pertains to the internal structure of the public service, non-compliance could potentially lead to administrative or procedural issues within the Commonwealth Public Service. The Act itself does not outline specific penalties for such breaches, but any resultant issues would likely be addressed through internal administrative channels or further legislative amendments.