STATUTORY RULES.
1913. No. 30.
PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1912.
Financial and Allowance Regulations (Provisional) for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth—Regulations 86c and 103—Amendments.
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 Act 1903-1912 should come into immediate operation, and, further, should be taken to have come into operation on and from the first day of July, 1912, and make the Regulations to come into operation accordingly as Provisional Regulations.
Dated this fifth day of February, One thousand nine hundred and thirteen.
DENMAN,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
G. F. PEARCE.
FINANCIAL AND ALLOWANCE REGULATIONS (PROVISIONAL) FOR THE MILITARY FORCES OF THE COMMONWEALTH.
Amendments.
In Regulation 86c—
Delete
“Assistant Inspecting Ordnance Officer, £25.”
and insert
“Gunnery Instructor, Head-quarters, £25.”
After
“Staff Captain at Head-quarters, £25.”
add
“Adjutant, Royal Military College, £25.”
In Regulation 103.—After the words “at the daily rates specified therein,”
add
“and may approve also of payment not exceeding £1 per annum to each member of an approved Cable Guard”
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Overview
The Financial and Allowance Regulations (Provisional) for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth were enacted in 1913 as part of a series of statutory rules designed to address the urgent financial and administrative needs of the military forces during a period of heightened activity and potential conflict. These regulations were enacted by the Governor-General in Council under the Defence Act 1903-1912, reflecting the Commonwealth's need to swiftly adapt its military regulations to meet immediate operational requirements. The specific amendments included in this legislative instrument adjust the allowances for certain military personnel and introduce provisions for additional payments to members of a Cable Guard, underscoring the policy objective of ensuring that the military forces are adequately compensated and supported in their duties.
Scope and Application
The Financial and Allowance Regulations (Provisional) for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth, as detailed in Statutory Rules 1913 No. 30, apply specifically to members of the military forces under the Defence Act 1903-1912. These regulations concern the financial allowances and payments to be made to various military personnel, including Gunnery Instructors, Adjutants of the Royal Military College, and members of approved Cable Guards. The scope of these regulations encompasses the entire Commonwealth of Australia, as they are enacted under the authority of the Defence Act, which is a federal statute. The regulations provide for amendments to specific allowances, adjusting payments for certain roles such as Gunnery Instructors and Adjutants, and also extend to authorise additional payments for members of approved Cable Guards.
The regulations are provisional in nature, indicating that they were made under urgency and intended to be temporary until a more permanent legislative framework could be established. The financial allowances outlined are applicable across the Commonwealth and extend to all relevant military personnel within the specified roles. While the primary focus is on financial and allowance matters, the regulations do not explicitly state exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds beyond the allowances mentioned. The scope of these regulations may be further defined or extended through subsequent legislative or subordinate instruments, which could provide additional detail or clarify any ambiguities in the provisional regulations.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of these Provisional Regulations involve specific amendments to the Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth. Regulation 86c is amended to replace the allowance for an Assistant Inspecting Ordnance Officer with an allowance for a Gunnery Instructor at Head-quarters, set at £25 per annum. Additionally, an allowance of £25 per annum is introduced for a Staff Captain at Head-quarters. Regulation 103 is amended to permit the approval of an additional payment of up to £1 per annum to each member of an approved Cable Guard, in addition to the daily rates specified elsewhere. These amendments aim to adjust financial allowances within the military forces to better suit the current needs and roles.
The Regulations impose specific obligations on the military forces, particularly regarding the accurate allocation of allowances as specified. The changes in Regulation 86c require that the Gunnery Instructor at Head-quarters and the Staff Captain at Head-quarters be provided with the appropriate financial allowances. Furthermore, Regulation 103 introduces a new responsibility for approving additional payments to Cable Guard members, ensuring that these payments do not exceed the specified limit of £1 per annum per member. These obligations necessitate clear record-keeping and adherence to the updated financial guidelines.
In terms of offences and penalties, the Regulations do not explicitly state specific penalties for breaches. However, given the nature of the statutory framework under the Defence Act 1903-1912, non-compliance with these Provisional Regulations could potentially lead to administrative actions or other legal consequences as prescribed by the overarching Defence Act. The seriousness of the breach and its impact on military operations would be factors in determining the appropriate response, which might include financial penalties, disciplinary actions, or other corrective measures deemed necessary by the relevant authorities.