STATUTORY RULES
1970 No.
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REGULATIONS UNDER THE PUBLIC SERVICE ACT 1922-1968.*
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, and on the recommendation of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, hereby make the following Regulations under the Public Service Act 1922-1968.
Dated this twenty-seventh day of February, 1970.
Paul Hasluck
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
Minister of State for and on behalf of the Prime Minister.
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Amendments of the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations†
First Schedule.
1. The First Schedule to the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations is amended by omitting items 1 to 5 (inclusive) and inserting in their stead the following items:—
“1 | Second Reporter........................ | 10,200 |
2 | Third Reporter......................... | 9,322–9,722 |
3 | Supervisor............................ | 8,122–8,522 |
4 | Senior Reporter......................... | 7,722–8,122 |
5 | Reporter.............................. | 6,722–6,922–7,122–7,322–7,322–7,722”. |
Second Schedule—Part II.
2. Part II. of the Second Schedule to the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations is amended by omitting item 3 and inserting in its stead the following item:—
“ 3 | Technician-in-charge (Electrical) .. .. | 3,692”. |
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* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 1970.
† Statutory Rules 1941, No. 18, as amended by Statutory Rules 1941, No. 309; 1942, No. 249; 1947, Nos. 13, 62, 154 and 165; 1951, Nos. 26, 27, 78 and 117; 1952, No. 54; 1953, Nos. 13 and 94; 1954, Nos. 86 and 120; 1955, No. 44; 1956, Nos. 56 and 57; 1957, No. 26; 1958, Nos. 19, 44 and 65; 1959, No. 61; 1960, Nos. 78 and 92; 1961, No. 98; 1962, No 6; 1963, Nos, 3. 66, 83, 119 and 123; 1964, Nos. 41, 42, 80, 132 and 148; 1965, Nos, 43, 53, 118, 150 and 181; 1966, Nos. 59, 60, 92, 122, 143 and 161; 1967, Nos. 38, 73, 95 and 156; 1968, Nos. 56, 84, 93, 116, 137 and 157; and 1969, Nos. 75, 173 and 174.
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1970 No.________, made under the Public Service Act 1922-1968, address the need to update the remuneration and classifications of certain positions within the Parliamentary Officers’ category. Enacted by the Governor-General in accordance with the advice of the Federal Executive Council and on the recommendation of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, these regulations aim to ensure that the salaries and classifications of these positions are appropriately aligned with their roles and responsibilities. The policy objective is to provide a fair and updated framework that reflects the changing nature of the work and the qualifications required for these positions within the parliamentary service. This legislative instrument was introduced to address the gap in maintaining current and equitable remuneration structures for parliamentary officers, ensuring they are adequately compensated for their duties.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1970 No. 27, made under the Public Service Act 1922-1968, amends the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations by adjusting the remuneration of certain parliamentary officers. Specifically, these Regulations revise the salary scales for various roles including Second Reporter, Third Reporter, Supervisor, Senior Reporter, Reporter, and Technician-in-charge (Electrical). This adjustment reflects changes in the remuneration structure applicable to these positions within the parliamentary service. The amendments are part of a broader series of modifications to the original regulations, which have been adjusted multiple times since their inception, as evidenced by the references to previous statutory rules and amendments. These Regulations apply to the Commonwealth level, affecting those specific roles within the parliamentary service. The scope is limited to the salary adjustments outlined, and there are no explicit exclusions or thresholds stated in the text provided. The application of these Regulations is confined to the specified roles, and they do not extend beyond the specified amendments without further subordinate instruments.
Key Provisions
The Statutory Rules 1970 No.________, Regulations under the Public Service Act 1922-1968, made by the Governor-General with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, primarily revise the remuneration and classification of certain positions within the Parliamentary Officers category. These Regulations amend the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations by updating salary scales and job classifications. For instance, the First Schedule introduces new pay scales for positions such as Second Reporter, Third Reporter, Supervisor, Senior Reporter, and Reporter, with specific salary brackets ranging from $6,722 to $10,200 (sections 1 and 2). The Second Schedule, in Part II, modifies the classification and pay for the Technician-in-charge (Electrical) position, setting a salary of $3,692 (section 3).
These Regulations impose clear obligations on the parties they govern, specifically those within the Parliamentary Officers category. They require the accurate classification and remuneration of the specified positions, ensuring that salaries are aligned with the updated scales. The amendments are designed to provide clarity and fairness in pay, reflecting the responsibilities and skill levels associated with each role.
Failure to comply with these Regulations could result in legal and administrative consequences. While the document does not explicitly state penalties for non-compliance, breaches of such regulations could lead to disciplinary actions under the Public Service Act 1922-1968. This might include corrective measures, investigations, or other administrative actions taken by the relevant authorities to ensure adherence to the prescribed standards and salary scales.
In summary, these Regulations play a crucial role in maintaining equitable and transparent remuneration practices within the Parliamentary Officers category. By providing specific salary brackets and classifications, they ensure that all positions are compensated appropriately according to their duties and expertise. Non-compliance with these provisions may lead to serious administrative consequences, underscoring the importance of adherence to the stipulated guidelines.