Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

The Statutory Rules 1965 No. 53, enacted on 8 May 1965, constitutes a legislative instrument under the Public Service Act 1922-1964. The regulation was introduced to address the need for amendments to the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations, specifically concerning the classification and remuneration of a senior storeman. This amendment was made on the recommendation of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and with the advice of the Federal Executive Council. The policy objective behind this regulation is to ensure that the classification and remuneration of parliamentary officers, including senior storemen, are accurately reflected and updated to align with the changing administrative requirements of the Commonwealth government. The regulation was made by Henry Abel Smith, the Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia, on behalf of the Prime Minister and under the authority of the Public Service Act 1922-1964. The specific amendment involves the removal of the existing item 31 from Part I of the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations and its replacement with a new item specifying the classification and remuneration for a senior storeman. This change was published in the Commonwealth Gazette on 20 May 1965, and the amendments are detailed in the Schedule to the regulation.

Scope and Application

The Statutory Rules 1965 No. 53 under the Public Service Act 1922-1964 pertains specifically to the amendment of the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations, altering the classification and remuneration details for the position of Senior Storeman. This regulation applies to individuals employed in the position of Senior Storeman within the parliamentary service, thereby affecting the remuneration and classification of these specific roles. The regulation is enacted at the Commonwealth level, impacting those who are part of the parliamentary officers' service across Australia. It does not explicitly state exclusions or thresholds but rather focuses on the amendment of existing classifications within the specified category. The regulation extends its application by modifying existing regulations, which inherently adjusts the scope and impact of the original legislative instrument it amends. This adjustment is designed to ensure that the classification and remuneration align with the evolving needs of the parliamentary service.

Key Provisions

The regulation, under the Public Service Act 1922-1964, primarily involves the amendment of the Public Service (Parliamentary Officers) Regulations, specifically targeting the role of the Senior Storeman (section 31). This amendment replaces the previous classification of the Senior Storeman role with a new classification code, 1986-1028-1070. This change is intended to ensure that the role is accurately and consistently identified within the public service framework. In terms of obligations and requirements, the regulation mandates that the classification of the Senior Storeman role be updated in all relevant records and documentation to reflect the new classification code. This includes updating internal databases, personnel records, and any other documentation where the role is referenced. The purpose of this update is to maintain accurate and up-to-date information regarding the roles and responsibilities within the public service. There are no explicit offences, penalties, or consequences for non-compliance with this regulation as stated in the text. However, failure to update the classification of the Senior Storeman role could potentially lead to administrative errors, misclassification of roles, or difficulties in accurately managing public service roles and responsibilities. It is important for relevant authorities to ensure that this amendment is implemented correctly to avoid any such issues. The regulation itself does not provide specific penalties for non-compliance, but any resulting administrative errors or misclassifications could have broader implications within the public service framework.