Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth (Amendment) (Provisional)

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1906. No. 60.

PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACTS 1903–1904.

I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby certify that, on account of urgency, the following Regulations under the Defence Acts 1903-1904 should come into immediate operation, and make the Regulations to come into operation forthwith as Provisional Regulations.

Dated this Sixteenth day of August, One thousand nine hundred and six.

NORTHCOTE,

Governor-General.

By His Excellency’s Command,

T. PLAYFORD.

 

Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth.

Para. 103. Add at end of first line “(No. 9, Contingencies).”

Para. 113. Delete “Return of Fines.”

Para. 174. Delete and insert, “A Ration and Forage Supply Ledger C.M. Book, No. 4, will be kept by all Permanent Units. The Quarter-master of a Unit, or officer acting for him, will requisition (on C.M. Form J. 4 when a Supply Officer exists, and on C.M. Form H. 1 when supplies are drawn direct from contractors), direct upon the Supply Officer or Contractors (as the Commandant may decide), for all supplies required, forwarding with the requisition a statement showing how delivery is required to be made. A copy will be kept of all requisitions in block. At the end of each month, this book will be balanced, and the contractor’s claims for payment checked therewith.”

Para. 175. Add at end of first line, “C.M. Form H. 2,” delete “C.M.F. Form 142 (Appendix ‘C.’).”

Para. 177, Delete “C.M.F. Form 142 (Appendix ‘C.’),” and insert “C.M. Form H. 2”; add at end of para., “and prepared from Ration and Forage Supply Ledger, C.M. Book, No. 4, vide para. 182.”

Para. 180. In second line, delete “C.M.F. Book, No. 11 Appendix ‘I’),” and insert “C.M. Form J. 4”; line 4, delete counterfoil Ba,” and insert “Block.”

Para. 181. Third line, delete “counterfoil,” and insert “Block.”

Para. 182. Delete whole para., and insert:—

“182. The officer in charge of supplies will keep a Ration and Forage Supply Ledger, C.M. Book, No. 4, in which all supplies received from contractors will be entered upon the receipt side. The total receipts of supplies for a Camp, School, or for a month upon active Service, will correspond with the orders on contractors issued by the Supply Officer (C.M. Form J. 4).


“All requisition from corps will be made in triplicate on C.M. Form J. 4, one copy to be retained in block, two copies to be handed to the Supply Officer (one of the latter being sent with the carter for receipt, the other retained in the shop from which issues are made). The particulars of each such issue will be entered on issue side of ledger. Commanding officers of corps, will forward a certified copy of the Parade State each morning by 7.30 a.m., and from this the issues will be cheeked daily, and any necessary adjustments made in the next subsequent issue.

“At the conclusion of the Camp, School, or month on active Service, the Supply Officer will prepare an abstract of transactions during the period of total receipts and issues.

“The abstract to show:—

(a) Total receipts from contractors, which will agree with orders issued (C.M. Form J. 4).

(b) Total issues to each corps (this will agree with number of rations due, as per Parade State).

(c) Total issues on payment (at contract prices plus 5 per cent. for handling) to corps and contractors.

“The sum of (b) and (e) will agree with the amount of (a) after surplus stores have been returned to contractors.

“The abstract will be sent direct to the D.A.Q.M.G. for adjustment.

“Contractors will send to the Supply Officer claims for all supplies, together with the orders for same.”

Para. 195. Lines 2 and 3, delete “C.M.F. Form 140 (Appendix ‘A.’),” and insert “as laid down in paras. 174, 180, 181, and 182.”

Para. 22 (a). Delete and insert “as per paras. 174, 180-182.”

Paras. 200 (b) and 201 are cancelled.

Para. 204 (h) Delete and insert “Rations will be supplied as in paras. 174, 180-182.”

By Authority: J. Kemp, Acting Government Printer, Melbourne.

Overview

The Statutory Rules of 1906 No. 60, titled "Provisional Regulations Under the Defence Acts 1903–1904," were enacted by the Governor-General, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, to address immediate operational needs concerning the financial and allowance regulations for the military forces of the Commonwealth of Australia. This legislative instrument was created due to the urgency of the matter, necessitating immediate effect. The primary policy objective, as indicated by the regulations, is to establish a systematic and efficient process for the requisition, receipt, and accounting of military supplies, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. These provisional regulations aimed to streamline the management of rations and forage supplies, thereby enhancing the logistical support for military operations.

Scope and Application

The Provisional Regulations under the Defence Acts 1903–1904 primarily apply to the Military Forces of the Commonwealth, governing their financial and allowance matters. These regulations specify the operational and administrative processes for financial transactions within military units, including the requisitioning and supply of rations and forage. The geographic scope of these regulations is limited to the Commonwealth of Australia, as they pertain to the national defence forces. Notably, the regulations establish detailed procedures for maintaining supply ledgers and forms, ensuring accountability and transparency in the procurement and distribution of military supplies. While the regulations do not explicitly outline exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds, the comprehensive nature of the directives suggests a broad application across various military units and scenarios. The regulations are designed to be implemented immediately, reflecting the urgency and importance of maintaining operational readiness in military logistics.

Key Provisions

The legislative instrument C1906L00060 introduces Provisional Regulations under the Defence Acts 1903–1904, specifically amending the Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth. These regulations primarily address logistical and financial management within the military forces. Section 103 modifies existing provisions to include "(No. 9, Contingencies)", while section 113 removes the "Return of Fines" from the regulations. Section 174 introduces new procedures for ration and forage supply, requiring a Ration and Forage Supply Ledger to be maintained by all Permanent Units. This ledger must detail requisitions for supplies, with copies retained in block format. Monthly balancing and checks against contractor claims are also mandated. The form for requisitions changes from C.M. Form H. 1 to C.M. Form J. 4 when a Supply Officer exists, and C.M. Form H. 2 when supplies are drawn directly from contractors, as decided by the Commandant. These regulations impose several obligations on the parties involved. The Quarter-master or the officer acting on their behalf must requisition supplies directly from the Supply Officer or contractors. They must ensure that all requisitions are recorded in the Ration and Forage Supply Ledger. The officer in charge of supplies must maintain this ledger, recording all supplies received from contractors and all issues to corps. Commanding officers are required to submit a certified copy of the Parade State each morning by 7:30 a.m., enabling daily checks and adjustments. At the conclusion of a camp, school, or active service period, the Supply Officer must prepare an abstract of transactions, detailing total receipts and issues, and send it to the D.A.Q.M.G. for adjustment. Contractors must also submit claims for supplies along with the corresponding orders. Failure to comply with these regulations can lead to various consequences. While specific penalties are not detailed in the legislative instrument, breaches of these provisions could result in disciplinary actions, financial penalties, or other administrative consequences as prescribed by the Defence Acts 1903–1904. The exact penalties would depend on the severity of the breach and the specific regulations violated. Ensuring compliance is critical to maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of military supply operations.

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