Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets (Amendment)

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STATUTORY RULES.

1923. No. 31.

 

REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1918.

I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1918, to come into operation on and from 1st July, 1922.

Dated this twenty-first day of March, 1923.

FORSTER,

Governor-General.

By His Excellency's Command,

E. K BOWDEN,

Minister of State for Defence.

 

Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, 1921.

Amendments.

A. Regulation 100 is cancelled and the following substituted therefor :—

“100. (1) The rates of pay for officers of the Militia Forces holding appointments as shown hereunder shall be—

Appointment.

No. of days per annum.

Rate per whole day.

Maximum amount payable per annum.

Divisional Commander

..

 

..

 

..

 

 

£250

Cavalry or Infantry Brigade

16

 

£2

5

0

 

36

Commander

Divisional Artillery Commander

16

 

£2

5

0

 

36

Assistant Director of Medical Services

16

As for rank in reg. 101

36

Judge Advocate-General

..

16

 

£2

5

0

 

36

Deputy Judge Advocate-General

 

16

 

£1

17

6

 

30

Director of Hygiene

..

 

..

 

 

 

Assistant Director of Hygiene..

Deputy Assistant Director of Veterinary Services

16

As for rank in reg.101

30

 

 

 

Deputy Assistant Director of Medical Services

16

 

£1

10

0

 

24

 

 

 

 

Intelligence Staff Officer, Grade II., at Army Head-Quarters

 

 

 

 

 

 

As for rank in reg. 101 but not higher than rate prescribed for Major

 

Staff Officer, Grade II.

..

16

24

Assistant Staff Officer, Grade II,

 

 

Assistant Brigade Major

..

 

 

Staff Officer, Grade III.

..

 

 

As for rank in reg. 101 but not higher than rate prescribed for Captain

 

 

Assistant Staff Officer, Grade III.

16

18

Staff Captain

..

 

..

Assistant Staff Captain

..

 

 

C,4415.—Price 3d.

(2) The pay of the above officers shall be issued subject to—

(i) In the cases of Divisional and Mixed Brigade Commanders—The issue of a certificate by the Chief of the General Staff that the duties of the appointment have been efficiently performed for the period claimed for.

(ii) In the cases of Brigade Commanders and Divisional Artillery Commanders—The issue of a certificate by the Divisional Commander that the duties of the appointment have been efficiently performed for the period claimed for.

(iii) In the case of the Judge Advocate-General and Deputy Judge Advocate-General—The issue of a certificate by the Adjutant-General that the duties allotted or required to be performed during the period claimed for, have been satisfactorily performed.

(iv) In the case of officers holding the other appointments referred to in sub-paragraph (1)—

(a) The maintenance of a diary setting forth the hours of employment, the place, and the nature of the duty;

(b) A certificate from their immediate Commander that they have efficiently performed the duties allotted to them and are entitled to pay for the periods named;

(c) Approval of the Commander of the Formation concerned.

(3) (a) Officers of the Australian Army Legal Department holding appointments on the staff of a formation or other command shall be paid at the following rates, irrespective of rank, according to the grade, notified in Military Orders, of the appointment to which they are allotted and on the certificate of the officer commanding the formation or command to the staff of which they are attached that they are entitled to pay for the period claimed for:—

Grade of Appointment.

No. of days annually.

Daily rate.

Maximum amount payable annually.

Grade I.

..

16

£1

17

6

£30

0

0

Grade II.

..

16

£1

10

0

£24

0

0

Grade III.

..

16

£1

2

6

£18

0

0

(b) Officers of the Australian Army Legal Department who are not appointed to the staff of a formation or command will receive the pay of their substantive rank when required to perform duty.

(4) The periods laid down in this regulation include any camp training attended but the provisions of regulation 111 and 121 shall not have application to officers referred to herein. Payment shall be made quarterly in arrear in the months of September, December, March and June.

(5) Members who are on leave of absence for more than one month shall have a proportionate part of their annual pay deducted for the period of such absence computed on the basis of one-twelfth of the annual rate for each month of absence.


B. Regulation 122 is cancelled and the following substituted therefor:—

“122 (a) The pay other than for Camps of Continuous Training of members of Militia Staffs excluding those holding the appointments referred to in regulation 100, shall be issued subject to—

(i) A certificate from their Commanding Officers that their duties have been efficiently performed and that they are entitled to pay for the period claimed.

(ii) Approval of the Commander of the formation concerned.

(b) The total pay for each such member for any year shall be limited to the total number of days training authorized for the year excepting that for Regimental Battalion and Artillery Brigade Commanders pay may be issued in each year for a total of sixteen days.

(c) Officers of the Army Medical Corps attached to Regiments and Forts shall be paid in accordance with the provisions of this regulation.

(d) Members who are on leave of absence for more than one month shall have a proportionate part of their annual pay deducted for the period of such absence computed on the basis of one twelfth of the annual rate for each month of absence, provided that the pay allocated for the period of continuous training shall first be deducted.”

C. Regulation 111 (a).—Delete the words “except as provided in regulations 114 and 122 (b) and substitute the following at the beginning of the subparagraph “Except as provided in these Regulations”.

D. Regulation 121.—Delete the words “except as provided in regulation 122 (b)” and substitute “Except as provided in these Regulations”.

 

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Overview

The Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, 1921, was enacted by the Commonwealth Parliament under the Defence Act 1903-1918, to provide structured financial and allowance guidelines for members of the Australian Military Forces and senior cadets. These regulations were introduced to ensure a consistent and equitable system of remuneration and allowances for military personnel, taking into account their rank, duties, and the efficiency of their performance. The objective is to provide clear and fair financial guidelines that support the operational effectiveness and morale of the military forces while maintaining fiscal responsibility. The regulations detail the specific rates of pay and allowances for various ranks and positions within the military, including conditions for the issuance of pay and deductions for absences. These provisions ensure that payments are only made to those who have fulfilled their duties efficiently, as evidenced by the required certificates and approvals. Additionally, the regulations outline the maximum annual pay for different grades of appointments and establish a system for quarterly payments, providing stability and predictability in the financial support provided to military personnel.

Scope and Application

The Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, 1921, under the Defence Act 1903-1918, applies to officers of the Militia Forces and other members of the Militia Staffs, including those in the Army Medical Corps, who are attached to regiments and forts. The regulations govern the payment of allowances and the conditions under which such payments are made, including the requirement for specific certificates and approvals from commanding officers or relevant commanders. The regulations also outline the rates of pay for various officer appointments and the conditions for payment, such as the number of days of service per annum and the maximum amount payable annually. Notably, the regulations cover officers of the Australian Army Legal Department, whether they are on the staff of a formation or command or not, and specify their respective pay rates and conditions. Furthermore, the regulations provide for the deduction of pay for members on leave of absence for more than one month. These regulations apply on a national level within the Commonwealth of Australia and are subject to modifications through subordinate instruments, such as further statutory rules or military orders.

Key Provisions

The primary sections of this legislative instrument detail the financial and allowance regulations for officers within the Australian Military Forces and senior cadets, establishing pay rates and conditions for various military appointments (Reg. 100). It outlines specific requirements for the payment of officers, such as the submission of certificates verifying the efficient performance of duties and the maintenance of diaries documenting hours and nature of work (Reg. 100(2)-(4)). Furthermore, it mandates that payments for members of Militia Staffs and other personnel be subject to approval by their commanding officers and the commander of the relevant formation, with a cap on the total annual pay based on the number of days of authorised training (Reg. 122(a)-(b)). The legislation imposes certain obligations on officers and members of the military to ensure their eligibility for pay. They must provide evidence of efficiently performed duties, such as certificates from superiors or maintenance of work diaries, depending on their rank and appointment (Reg. 100(2)-(4)). Additionally, officers must adhere to the specified pay rates and conditions as outlined in the regulations (Reg. 100). Members of Militia Staffs must also obtain approval from their commanding officers and the commander of their formation, and their total annual pay must not exceed the number of authorised training days (Reg. 122(a)-(b)). Failure to meet the requirements or comply with the regulations can result in denial of pay or other financial entitlements. The legislation does not explicitly state specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for non-compliance, but it does outline the conditions under which pay will be issued or withheld. For example, if an officer fails to provide the necessary certificates or maintain a work diary, their pay may be withheld (Reg. 100(2)-(4)). Similarly, if a member of the Militia Staffs does not receive approval from their commanding officer or the formation commander, their pay may be limited or denied (Reg. 122(a)-(b)).

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