Grants Commission Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

Statutory Rules 1974 No. 35, made under the Grants Commission Acts 1973, were enacted to address the need for updating the remuneration rates for part-time members of the Grants Commission, ensuring alignment with the current economic conditions and responsibilities. The regulations were issued by the Governor-General of Australia, acting on the advice of the Executive Council, and came into operation on 20 September 1973. This legislative instrument aims to provide fair compensation for part-time members based on the hours they dedicate to their duties, with specific rates set for different durations of service. The policy objective is to ensure that the remuneration adequately reflects the time and effort expended by part-time members, thereby maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the Grants Commission.

Scope and Application

Statutory Rules 1974 No. 35, made under the Grants Commission Acts 1973, introduces amendments to the existing Grants Commission Regulations, effective from 20 September 1973. These Regulations are concerned with the remuneration of full-time and part-time members of the Grants Commission. Specifically, they adjust the rates of remuneration for part-time members, setting a rate of $40 per day for those who perform duties for three hours or less, and $85 per day for those who perform duties exceeding three hours. These amendments pertain to individuals serving as part-time members of the Grants Commission and regulate their financial compensation within a specified timeframe. The Regulations are applicable within the Commonwealth of Australia and do not explicitly state any exclusions or exemptions beyond the scope of their amendments. The application of these Regulations is further extended or restricted through subordinate instruments as may be necessary under the authority of the Grants Commission Acts 1973.

Key Provisions

These Regulations, under the Grants Commission Acts 1973, primarily modify the remuneration structure for part-time members of the Grants Commission. Section 2 of the Regulations provides for the amendment of existing regulations, while Section 3 introduces a new regulation concerning the remuneration of part-time members. The new regulation, Section 3a, specifies the rate of remuneration based on the hours worked by part-time members, effective from 20 September 1973 until 1 January 1974. For part-time members who work up to 3 hours in a day, the remuneration is set at $40 per day, while those working more than 3 hours receive $85 per day. The Regulations impose specific obligations on the part-time members of the Grants Commission, particularly regarding their remuneration. These members are required to adhere to the new rates of pay as outlined in Section 3a, depending on the number of hours they work. The new rates are effective from the date of the Regulations' commencement, 20 September 1973, and remain in effect until 1 January 1974. The obligation is clear: part-time members must ensure they are compensated according to the stipulated rates for the hours they perform their duties. Failure to comply with the remuneration provisions outlined in these Regulations may result in civil consequences. Although specific penalties are not detailed in the Regulations, any breach of the terms could lead to disputes regarding the correct amount of remuneration due to part-time members. Such disputes may be subject to resolution through administrative or judicial processes, potentially leading to financial liabilities for the Grants Commission if found to be in breach of the terms. The precise nature and extent of the penalties would depend on the specific circumstances of any non-compliance and any subsequent legal proceedings.