STATUTORY RULES.
1943. No. 149.
REGULATION UNDER THE NATIONAL SECURITY ACT 1939-1940.*
I, THE Deputy of the GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulation under the National Security Act 1939-1940.
Dated this second day of June, 1943.
Deputy of the Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
for Minister of State for Defence.
Amendment of the National Security (Supplementary) Regulations.†
The National Security (Supplementary) Regulations are amended by adding at the end thereof the following regulation:—
Manufacture of margarine, &c.
“.—(1.) It shall be lawful for an authorized person to—
(a) manufacture margarine on premises where tropical butterfat spread is manufactured;
(b) keep any butterfat, hydrogenated butterfat or skim milk powder on premises where margarine is manufactured; and
(c) use the word ‘butter’ (either alone or in conjunction with any other word or words) in connexion with tropical butterfat spread.
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on , 1943.
† Statutory Rules, 1940, No. 126, as amended to date. For previous National Security (Supplementary) Regulations, see footnote † to Statutory Rules 1943. No. 48, and also Statutory Rules 1943, Nos. 63, 78, 86, 87, 88, 103, 104, 111, 112, 114 and 115.
3316.—Price 3d. 25/26.5.1943.
“(2.) In this regulation—
‘authorized person’ means a person engaged in fulfilling orders placed by, or performing contracts entered into with, the Commonwealth or any authority of the Commonwealth for or in connexion with the supply of tropical butterfat spread who is specified in writing by the Minister of State for Supply and Shipping to be an authorized person for the purposes of this regulation;
‘tropical butterfat spread’ means the substance made from butterfat and hydrogenated butterfat combined with salt and skim milk powder.”.
By Authority: L. F. Johnston, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.
Overview
The Statutory Rules 1943, No. 149, made under the National Security Act 1939-1940, address an immediate need to facilitate the efficient allocation of resources during wartime by amending the National Security (Supplementary) Regulations. Enacted by the Deputy of the Governor-General acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, these regulations aim to streamline the production and distribution of essential food items, specifically margarine and tropical butterfat spread, to ensure adequate supply for the nation's needs. The policy objective is to support the war effort by allowing authorized persons to manufacture margarine in facilities where tropical butterfat spread is produced and to use the term 'butter' in relation to tropical butterfat spread, thereby aiding in the efficient use of resources and maintaining public supply standards.
Scope and Application
The National Security (Supplementary) Regulations, amended under the National Security Act 1939-1940, extend their application to authorised persons involved in fulfilling orders or contracts with the Commonwealth for the supply of tropical butterfat spread. Specifically, these regulations permit authorised persons to manufacture margarine on premises where tropical butterfat spread is produced, to store certain dairy products on margarine manufacturing sites, and to use the term 'butter' in relation to tropical butterfat spread. The term 'authorised person' is defined as an individual or entity contracted by or under the Commonwealth for the supply of tropical butterfat spread and must be specifically designated in writing by the Minister of State for Supply and Shipping. The regulation applies across the Commonwealth of Australia, with its scope dictated by the terms of the contracts and orders involved in the supply chain for tropical butterfat spread. This legislative instrument does not specify any exclusions or exemptions, and its application is strictly limited to the authorised persons as defined. The regulation's authority extends through the Commonwealth Government Printer, ensuring its legal enforceability.
Key Provisions
The National Security (Supplementary) Regulations, amended by this legislative instrument, introduce specific provisions regarding the manufacture of margarine and the use of butterfat and related products (reg. 3316(1)). An authorized person, defined as an individual specified in writing by the Minister of State for Supply and Shipping and engaged in fulfilling orders or contracts related to tropical butterfat spread, is permitted to manufacture margarine on premises where tropical butterfat spread is made, store butterfat, hydrogenated butterfat, or skim milk powder on margarine manufacturing premises, and use the term ‘butter’ in connection with tropical butterfat spread (reg. 3316(1)(a)-(c)). These provisions are intended to streamline production processes during wartime by allowing authorized persons to manage related products on the same premises.
Entities and individuals affected by these regulations must comply with the stipulations regarding the manufacturing and storage of specified products, ensuring that they are authorized by the Minister of State for Supply and Shipping. This includes maintaining written records of authorization and adhering to the specific activities permitted under the regulation. Additionally, any use of the term ‘butter’ in connection with tropical butterfat spread must be consistent with the regulatory definition to avoid misrepresentation.
Failure to comply with these regulations may result in legal consequences. Although the specific penalties are not detailed within the provided text, breaches of regulations under the National Security Act 1939-1940 can lead to significant legal repercussions, including fines and imprisonment. The precise penalties would be determined in accordance with the broader legislative framework governing the Act and any additional relevant laws. It is essential for authorized persons to adhere strictly to the conditions outlined to avoid any potential legal issues.