Naval Financial Regulations (Amendment)

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STATUTORY RULES

1923. No. 17.

 

REGULATIONS UNDER THE NAVAL DEFENCE ACT 1910-1918.

I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Naval Defence Act 1910-1918, to come into operation forthwith, unless otherwise specified herein.

Dated this twenty-sixth day of February, 1923.

FORSTER,

Governor-General.

By His Excellency’s Command,

E. K. BOWDEN,

Minister of State for Defence.

 

Amendment of Naval Financial Regulations.

(Statutory Rules 1920. No. 248, as amended to present date.)

1. Regulation 33 is amended is from 1st October, 1922, by inserting after the words “Travelling Allowance” in line 10 of sub-regulation (12), the following paragraph:—

“Notwithstanding the above, Officers of the Royal Navy appointed to the Royal Australian Navy on and after 1st October, 1922, shall receive the rates of Active Pay and Allowances prescribed for their respective ranks in these Regulations.”

2. Regulation 36 is amended by inserting after the word “Establishment” in the fourth line of sub-regulation (41a) the words “not payable when the number of Sick Berth ratings under training is less than five.”

3. Regulation 53 is amended, as from 1st December, 1922, by omitting from the third and fourth lines thereof the rates “£2” and “£6” and inserting in their stead the rates “£1” and “£3” respectively.

4. Regulation 77 is amended by adding at the end thereof the following sub-regulations:—

“(10) On discharge on account of having been found medically unfit for further service, or on completion of the term of service for which he was engaged or appointed, free rail, steamer, or coach transport may be provided for the member, his wife and children to home port, or in lieu thereof, transport to any other place in the Commonwealth, provided that the cost of such transport does not exceed the cost of transport to the member’s home port.”

“(11) The cost of conveyance of the furniture and effects in the possession of married members who are transported under sub-regulation (10) may be borne by the Department.”

“(12) Except in special circumstances where the approval of the Naval Board has been obtained, the transfer at departmental expense must be carried out within three months of the member’s retirement or discharge.”

C. 13.—Price 3d.


5. Regulation 108 is amended, as from 1st July, 1922, by omitting from sub-regulation (2a) the following words:—

“and who are retired voluntarily or compulsorily in pursuance of the decision of the Government to reorganize and retrench the Department of Defence.”

6. Regulation 118 is amended by omitting sub-regulations (5) and (6) and inserting in their stead the following sub-regulation:—

“(5) The procedure to be adopted by Commanding Officers of Ships on which a member of the Permanent Naval Forces (Seagoing) dies whilst the vessel is in a port of the Commonwealth or outside the Commonwealth, shall, in regard to obtaining quotations from local undertakers for the funeral and payment of the undertaker's account, be such as the Naval Board may approve from time to time.”

7. Immediately before the heading of regulation 119 the figure “V.” is to be inserted.

8. After regulation 119, the following regulation is added as from 1st October, 1922:—

“VI. Torpedo Efficiency Funds.

"120. (1) Payment of Torpedo Efficiency Allowances shall be allowed in accordance with the scale set forth in sub-regulation (2) of this regulation in respect of H.M.A. Ships in full commission only.

(2) The scale of payment shall be as follows:—

 

per annum.

(i) Light cruisers.................................

£10 each

(ii) Flotilla Leaders and Destroyers armed with 21 inch torpedoes

£3 each

(3) H.M.A, Ships in Reserve commission are not eligible for payment of these allowances or for a grant from the Torpedo Efficiency Fund of any other H.M.A. Ship.

(4) Payment of this allowance shall be made quarterly in advance, the account being drawn in favour of the Torpedo Officer of the Ship concerned whose receipt shall be taken for the full amount paid. The voucher shall be charged to the vote for “Miscellaneous and Incidental Expenditure”.

(5) The whole of the amount of the allowance shall be credited to a fund to be called the Torpedo Efficiency Fund which shall be utilized to meet minor expenses in the interests of Torpedo efficiency generally, such as the provision of small fittings and devices, not included in the usual torpedo equipment of H.M.A. Ships, which would tend to promote efficiency. No portion of the Torpedo Efficiency Fund shall be expended on Prize Money or as an emolument for any person in the Naval Service.

(6) Necessary instructions in respect of the administration of, and accounts to be kept in connexion with, the Torpedo Efficiency Fund may be approved by the Naval Board.

(7) No refund shall be required from the Torpedo Efficiency Fund of any H.M.A. Ship on paying off or on dispersal of a Flotilla, but any amounts remaining on hand shall be communicated to the Flag Officer Commanding H.M.A. Fleet, who may, at his discretion, cause same to be transferred to another Torpedo Efficiency Fund or repaid to the Accountant Officer for payment to Revenue.

 

Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.

Overview

The Naval Defence Act 1910-1918 was enacted to provide for the defence of Australia and its territories, particularly through the establishment and regulation of the Royal Australian Navy. This legislation, amended through Statutory Rules 1923 No. 17, introduced by the Governor-General in Council, addresses gaps in financial regulations and allowances for naval personnel, aiming to ensure fair compensation and operational efficiency. The policy objective is to maintain the welfare of naval members and the effectiveness of naval operations by adjusting financial provisions and allowances. This legislative instrument amends several regulations, including allowances for officers, transport provisions for discharged personnel, and the establishment of the Torpedo Efficiency Fund, reflecting an ongoing commitment to supporting naval personnel and enhancing naval capabilities.

Scope and Application

The Regulations under the Naval Defence Act 1910-1918 primarily apply to officers and members of the Royal Australian Navy, including those appointed to the Royal Australian Navy on and after 1st October, 1922. These regulations govern various aspects of financial allowances, payments, and benefits, including active pay, allowances, and transportation costs upon discharge or retirement, as well as the administration of specific funds such as the Torpedo Efficiency Fund. The scope of these regulations is national, affecting all members of the Royal Australian Navy across the Commonwealth of Australia. The regulations provide detailed amendments to existing financial regulations, ensuring updated financial provisions for naval personnel. Notably, these regulations do not specify any exclusions or exemptions but instead focus on precise amendments to ensure effective and equitable financial support for naval members. The application and enforcement of these regulations extend through subordinate instruments approved by the Naval Board, allowing for further detailed instructions and administrative guidelines.

Key Provisions

The key operative sections of these regulations, under the Naval Defence Act 1910-1918, provide specific amendments to existing financial regulations within the Royal Australian Navy. Regulation 33 (1) now stipulates that officers of the Royal Navy appointed to the Royal Australian Navy from October 1, 1922, will receive pay and allowances according to their respective ranks as outlined in these regulations. Regulation 36 (41a) is amended to clarify that certain allowances are not payable when the number of Sick Berth ratings under training is less than five. Regulation 53 is updated to change the rates from £2 to £1 and from £6 to £3 effective December 1, 1922. Regulation 77 is supplemented with new sub-regulations (10), (11), and (12) that provide details on the transport of personnel and their belongings upon discharge, and the timeframe within which these transfers must occur. Regulation 108 (2a) removes a specific clause regarding voluntary or compulsory retirements following a government decision to reorganize and retrench the Department of Defence. Regulation 118 (5) now mandates that the Naval Board must approve the procedure for obtaining quotes from local undertakers for the funeral of a member of the Permanent Naval Forces (Seagoing) who dies while the ship is in a Commonwealth port or outside the Commonwealth. Additionally, a new regulation (VI) is introduced for Torpedo Efficiency Funds, outlining the conditions and purpose of these funds, effective October 1, 1922. These regulations impose various obligations on the parties involved, including the requirement for officers of the Royal Navy appointed to the Royal Australian Navy to receive pay and allowances according to their respective ranks. They also mandate specific procedures for the Sick Berth ratings' allowances and transport arrangements for personnel upon discharge. Furthermore, they require the Naval Board's approval for the procedures related to the funeral of naval personnel and the administration of the Torpedo Efficiency Funds. The regulations necessitate that these funds be utilized for minor expenses that promote torpedo efficiency and cannot be used for prize money or personal emoluments within the Naval Service. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in civil or criminal consequences, depending on the nature of the breach. For example, non-compliance with the transportation requirements for discharged personnel or mismanagement of the Torpedo Efficiency Funds could lead to administrative penalties or other corrective actions as determined by the Naval Board. Additionally, any misuse of funds or failure to follow approved procedures for the funeral of naval personnel could result in disciplinary actions against the responsible officers or personnel. However, the specific penalties for such breaches are not outlined in the text of the regulations themselves.

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