Naval Financial (Citizen Forces) Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

Statutory Rules 1963 No. 121, made under the Naval Defence Act 1910-1952, was enacted to amend the Naval Financial (Citizen Forces) Regulations. This legislative instrument was issued by the Governor-General in Council on 11th November 1963, following advice from the Minister of State for the Navy, J. G. Gorton. The primary aim of these regulations was to adjust the financial allowances for specific roles within the naval citizen forces, as detailed in the Second Schedule. This amendment reflects an effort to ensure that remuneration for personnel such as pilots and observers remains current and commensurate with their responsibilities and the evolving nature of naval operations.

Scope and Application

The regulation, made under the authority of the Naval Defence Act 1910-1952, pertains specifically to the amendment of the Naval Financial (Citizen Forces) Regulations. It applies to personnel within the Citizen Forces of the Australian Naval Defence, specifically to the categories of Pilot or Observer Second Class and Pilot or Observer First Class. This regulation adjusts the rates of pay per day for these roles, impacting the financial entitlements of the relevant individuals within the specified ranks. The geographic and jurisdictional reach of this regulation is limited to the Commonwealth of Australia, as it is made under federal law. The regulation does not specify any exclusions or exemptions, nor does it mention thresholds that might restrict its application. The regulation is a direct amendment to the existing financial regulations for citizen forces within the navy, and any further extensions or restrictions to its application would be contingent on additional subordinate instruments or amendments to the regulation itself.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of this statutory regulation, as outlined in the Second Schedule, pertain specifically to the amendment of the Naval Financial (Citizen Forces) Regulations under the Naval Defence Act 1910-1952. The primary change involves the replacement of the table in Part 5 of the existing regulations, which lists the rates of pay for various naval personnel, with a new table. This new table adjusts the daily rates for Pilot or Observer Second Class and Pilot or Observer First Class, setting their daily pay at £3 12s 2d and £3 18s 8d respectively (Section 1(2)). This alteration is intended to reflect changes in the financial compensation for these roles within the Citizen Forces of the naval service. The obligations imposed by these regulations require that the new rates of pay specified in the amended table be adhered to when compensating naval personnel in the designated roles. This includes ensuring that all financial transactions related to these positions are carried out in accordance with the updated rates. The regulations place a duty on the relevant authorities to enforce these changes and to ensure that all payments are made at the correct rates as stipulated in the amended schedule. Failure to comply with the new rates of pay as outlined in the amended regulations may result in both civil and criminal consequences. Under the provisions of the Naval Defence Act 1910-1952, non-compliance could lead to penalties being imposed. While the specific maximum penalties are not detailed within the regulation itself, the Act provides a framework under which penalties can be determined. These penalties may include fines or other sanctions, reflecting the seriousness with which the Act treats breaches of its provisions. It is important for those subject to these regulations to ensure strict adherence to the new rates to avoid any potential legal repercussions.