STATUTORY RULES.
1915. No. 149.
PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE NAVAL DEFENCE ACT 1910-1912.
Financial and Allowance Regulations (Provisional) for the Naval Forces of the Commonwealth.
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 Naval Defence Act 1910-1912 should come into immediate operation, and further, should be taken to have come into operation on and from the date specified therein, and make the Regulation to come into operation accordingly as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this twenty-fifth day of August, One thousand nine hundred and fifteen.
R. M. FERGUSON,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
J. A. JENSEN.
Financial and Allowance Regulations (Provisional) for the Naval Forces of the Commonwealth.
Amendment.
Regulation 42 (III.) (v).—Difference of mess subscription. Cancel the following as from 1st May, 1915;—
“Allowance for portion of a month is to be paid on a proportionate basis according to the number of days mess subscription is paid.”
and substitute the following in lieu thereof:—
“For broken periods, payment is to be made at the rate of 1s. per diem.”
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1915 No. 149, titled "Financial and Allowance Regulations (Provisional) for the Naval Forces of the Commonwealth," was enacted in 1915 under the authority of the Naval Defence Act 1910-1912. This legislative instrument was introduced by the Governor-General in Council to address urgent financial and allowance issues within the naval forces of the Commonwealth. The intent behind this provisional regulation was to establish immediate measures to ensure that financial and allowance matters were managed effectively and efficiently during a time of need. The policy objective was to provide clear guidelines for the financial administration of the naval forces, ensuring that members received their allowances in a fair and timely manner, particularly in relation to the payment of mess subscriptions for broken periods.
The enactment of these provisional regulations underscores the Commonwealth's commitment to maintaining operational readiness and morale within the naval forces by addressing financial concerns promptly. By taking effect immediately upon certification, these regulations aimed to provide necessary adjustments to the existing financial structures to support the ongoing operations of the naval forces during a critical period.
Scope and Application
The Financial and Allowance Regulations (Provisional) for the Naval Forces of the Commonwealth, as established under the Naval Defence Act 1910-1912, apply to members of the naval forces of the Commonwealth, including both permanent and temporary personnel. These regulations are designed to provide provisional guidelines for financial and allowance matters pertaining to naval personnel, ensuring they receive appropriate compensation and benefits in line with their service. The regulations extend to all naval personnel within the Commonwealth of Australia, addressing their financial entitlements and allowances. However, the regulations are provisional in nature, indicating that they are subject to further amendment and refinement as the need arises, thereby ensuring they remain relevant and effective in meeting the changing needs of the naval forces. The scope of these regulations encompasses all financial and allowance matters relevant to the naval forces, providing a framework for the payment and calculation of allowances, subsidies, and other financial benefits. The regulations are effective across the Commonwealth, applying uniformly to naval personnel wherever they are stationed or deployed within Australia. While the primary focus is on naval personnel, the regulations also touch upon the administrative and financial mechanisms necessary to support these individuals effectively. The application of these provisional regulations is further extended through subordinate instruments, which may provide additional detail and clarification on specific matters as necessary.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of these Provisional Regulations under the Naval Defence Act 1910-1912 focus primarily on financial and allowance regulations for the Naval Forces of the Commonwealth. Specifically, Regulation 42 (III.) (v) addresses the allowance for mess subscription, amending the criteria for payment during broken periods. Prior to the amendment, allowances were calculated proportionately based on the number of days the mess subscription was paid (Section 42 (III.) (v) prior to 1 May 1915). However, the amendment changes this to a flat rate of 1 shilling per day for any broken periods from 1 May 1915 onwards (Section 42 (III.) (v) as amended). This change seeks to standardise the payment process for mess subscriptions during partial months or irregular service periods.
These regulations impose clear obligations on the parties involved, specifically regarding the payment of allowances for mess subscriptions. The change in Regulation 42 (III.) (v) means that for any service period that does not complete a full month, the allowance will be calculated at a fixed rate of 1 shilling per day, regardless of the actual number of days the subscription was paid. This modification aims to simplify and standardise the allowance calculation process, ensuring consistency and fairness in the financial support provided to naval personnel for their mess subscriptions.
The regulations also address the consequences for non-compliance with the outlined provisions. Although specific offences, penalties, or legal consequences are not detailed within the text of these regulations, it is reasonable to infer that failure to adhere to the amended payment structure could lead to administrative penalties or disputes regarding the financial allowances due. Given the statutory context, non-compliance might result in financial discrepancies or disputes that could be subject to review and resolution under relevant naval or administrative laws. The precise penalties or consequences would likely be determined by the applicable laws and administrative procedures in place at the time.