STATUTORY RULES
1912. No. 9.
PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1911.
Amendment to Financial and Allowance Regulation 75(b).
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 Regulation under the Defence Act 1903-1911 should come into immediate operation, and further should be taken to have come into operation on and from the 1st day of January, 1912, and to make the Regulation to come into operation accordingly as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this seventeenth day of January, One thousand nine hundred and twelve.
DENMAN,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
G. F. PEARCE.
FINANCIAL AND ALLOWANCE REGULATIONS (PROVISIONAL) FOR THE MILITARY FORCES OF THE COMMONWEALTH.
Amendment.
In Regulation 75(b)—
After “Staff-Sergeant” insert—
| s. | d. |
“Farrier-Sergeant....................... | 6 | 6.” |
After “Corporal” insert— | | |
“Shoeing-smith........................ | 4 | 3.” |
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1912, No. 9, enacts the Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1911, specifically amending the Financial and Allowance Regulation 75(b). This legislative instrument was enacted due to the urgent need to adjust financial allowances for certain military ranks within the Commonwealth's military forces. The regulation was certified by the Governor-General, with advice from the Federal Executive Council, to come into immediate operation from 1st January 1912. This was necessitated by the urgency of the matter, ensuring that the changes would take effect without delay. The primary aim of this regulation was to address the financial allowances for specific ranks, namely Farrier-Sergeant and Shoeing-smith, within the military forces.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1912, No. 9, which concern the Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1911, specifically address amendments to the Financial and Allowance Regulation 75(b). This legislative instrument applies to military personnel within the Commonwealth of Australia, particularly to those holding the ranks of Farrier-Sergeant and Shoeing-smith, as evidenced by the insertion of financial values related to these roles. The regulation comes into immediate operation and retroactively applies from the 1st day of January, 1912. It extends its reach to the entire Commonwealth, ensuring that all military forces adhere to these financial and allowance adjustments. There are no exclusions or exemptions specified within the text, suggesting that the regulation applies universally to the designated ranks within the military forces. Additionally, while the primary legislation is provided, it is noted that further extensions or restrictions may be detailed in subordinate instruments.
Key Provisions
The Statutory Rules 1912, No. 9, titled "Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1911," introduces amendments to the Financial and Allowance Regulation 75(b). These amendments are designed to provide additional financial allowances for certain military ranks. Specifically, the regulation inserts new allowances for "Farrier-Sergeant" (s.d. 66) and "Shoeing-smith" (43) following the ranks of "Staff-Sergeant" and "Corporal," respectively. This means that the financial provisions under Regulation 75(b) now explicitly include these additional roles, ensuring they receive appropriate remuneration based on their rank and responsibilities.
The obligations imposed by these regulations primarily concern the financial administration within the military forces. The amendments necessitate that the financial and allowance structures be updated to reflect these new provisions. This includes ensuring that all relevant military personnel who are now classified under these amended ranks receive their stipulated allowances. The regulations require that the updated financial records and payroll systems be adjusted to include these new rates, thereby maintaining accurate and fair compensation practices within the military forces.
Failure to comply with these provisions could result in financial discrepancies and potential grievances from affected personnel. While the Statutory Rules do not explicitly detail offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for non-compliance, it is implied that adherence to these financial regulations is mandatory. Any breaches could potentially lead to administrative or legal actions, given the importance of accurate financial management within the military. The consequences of non-compliance could range from internal disciplinary measures to legal repercussions, depending on the severity and impact of the breach.