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Statutory Rules 1981 No. 91

 

Public Service Regulations2 (Amendment)

THE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD, acting in pursuance and exercise of the authority conferred, upon it by the Public Service Act 1922, hereby makes, subject to the approval of the Governor-General, the following Regulation.

Dated 21 January 1981.

(R.W. COLE)

Chairman

(R.J. YOUNG)

Commissioner

(L.B. WOODWARD)

Deputy of a Commissioner

I, THE, GOVERNOR-GENERAL of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby approve the following Regulation.

Dated 29 January 1981.

ZELMAN COWEN

Governor-General

By His Excellency’s Command,

Minister of State for Employment and Youth Affairs for and on behalf of the Prime Minister

 

S.R. No. 1/81 Cat. No. —Recommended retail price 20c 13/15.1.1981


Camping and lodging allowance

Regulation 89 of the Public Service Regulations is amended—

(a) by omitting paragraph (a) of sub-regulation (2) and substituting the following paragraph:

“(a) if a cook is provided by the Department—at the rate of $8.90 per day; and”;

(b) by omitting from paragraph (b) of sub-regulation (2) “$4.30” and substituting “$5.20”;

(c) by omitting sub-regulation (4);

(d) by omitting from paragraph (c) of sub-regulation (5A) “$2.85” and substituting “$3.20”;

(c) by omitting from paragraph (d) of sub-regulation (5A) “$2.85” and substituting “$3.20”; and

(f) by omitting sub-regulation (7).

 

NOTES

1. Notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 5 February 1981.

2. Statutory Rules 1935 No. 18 as amended by Statutory Rules 1935 Nos. 44, 72, 78 and 119; 1936 Nos. 5, 55, 76, 88, 106, 116, 143 and 154; 1937 Nos. 11, 25, 54, 60, 74, 78, 87, 100, 103 and 118; 1938 Nos. 35, 41, 79, 105, 110 and 113; 1939 Nos. 4, 36, 52, 62, 65 105, 154, 167 and 168; 1940 Nos. 23, 74,110, 143 and 247; 1941 Nos. 36, 42, 127, 148, 158, 168, 191, 224, 234 and 310; 1942 Nos. 45, 167, 174, 182, 225, 320, 465, 466 and 552; 1943 Nos. 271, 272 and 301; 1944 Nos. 6, 132, 138 and 143; 1945 Nos. 15, 35, 115, 118 and 124; 1946 Nos. 22, 62, 120, 124 and 153; 1947 Nos. 1, 2. 122, 123, 134, 146, 147, 158 and 163; 1948 Nos. 32, 49, 68, 71, 97, 149, 157 and 158; 1949 Nos. 1, 81, 84 and 98; 1950 Nos. 73, 88, 99 and 100; 1951 Nos. 13, 33, 77 and 110; 1952 Nos. 9, 19, 51 and. 94; 1953 Nos. 2, 20, 47, 51, 70 and 93; 1954 Nos. 12. 57, 94, 103 and 126; 1955 Nos. 43, 48 and 67; 1956 Nos. 48, 49, 50 and 133; 1957 Nos. 22 and 58; 1958 Nos. 37 and 57; 1959 Nos. 11, 16, 42, 68 and 99; 1960 Nos. 12, 18. 33, 73, 89 and 93; 1961 Nos. 35, 68, 69, 83, 87, 99, 114, 116, 125, 136 and 147; 1962 Nos. 1, 21, 33, 39, 84 and 91; 1963 Nos. 4, 5, 20, 22, 33, 41, 42, 55, 59, 65, 81, 82, 86, 106, 108, 151, 152 and 153; 1964 Nos. 18, 40, 45, 46, 49, 33, 72, 88, 96, 109, 110, 118, 120, 131, 140, 147, 150, 151 and 161; 1965 Nos. 4,12, 19, 23, 30, 44, 48, 71, 75, 76, 149, 172 and 176; 1966 Nos. 1, 16, 17, 43, 71, 90, 91, 112, 120, 121, 123, 126, 130, 136, 160, 165, 166 and 183; 1967 Nos. 1, 2, 7, 16, 37, 57, 61, 69, 99, 141, 164 and 169; 1968 Nos. 6, 11, 12. 22, 47, 55, 66, 73, 107, 114, 115, 130, 133, 134, 136, 138, 147, 148, 156, 165 and 166; 1969 Nos. 12, 13, 16, 17, 25, 42, 56, 61, 62, 83, 86, 87, 88, 95, 115, 120, 121, 122, 123, 134, 141, 142, 146, 147, 160, 163, 166, 168, 175, 193, 202 and 215; 1970 Nos. 7, 13, 14, 19, 29, 42, 57, 58, 81, 85, 86, 93, 110, 111, 125, 1.28, 129, 137, 141, 147, 148, 149, 163, 164, 181, 183, 198, 199, 206 and 210; 1971 Nos. 3, 4, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 33, 34, 42, 47, 48, 49, 52, 68, 69, 82, 83, 84, 86, 87, 88, 90, 91, 111, 124, 133, 146, 147, 150, 159, 161 and 175; 1972 Nos. 14, 26, 53, 132 and 163; 1973 Nos. 32, 34, 37, 46, 47, 73, 87, 113, 166, 176, 184, 265 and 280; 1974 Nos. 5, 15, 16, 51, 73, 98, 99, 119, 135, 143, 149, 168, 169, 204, 223, 242 and 261; 1975 Nos. 17, 18, 33, 54, 72, 132, 150, 174, 184, 194, 212, 217 and 220; 1976 Nos. 17, 18, 71, 95, 96, 116, 152, 153, 154, 155, 167, 178, 180, 182, 229, 231, 248, 300, 302 and 304; 1977 Nos. 9, 12, 15, 57, 62, 74, 75, 94, 119, 194, 195, 212, 222, 245, 257 and 259; 1978 Nos. 7, 8, 9, 33, 84, 109, 154, 205, 285 and 286; 1979 Nos. 9, 10, 68, 78, 142, 179, 219, 259, 261, 262, 263 and 264; 1980 Nos. 18, 26, 52, 89, 97, 103, 145, 226, 227, 231, 272, 344, 364, 402 and 403.

Overview

The Public Service Regulations 1981 (Amendment) is a legislative instrument that amends the Public Service Regulations 1935. Enacted by the Public Service Board under the authority of the Public Service Act 1922, these regulations were approved by the Governor-General and came into effect on 29 January 1981. The amendments primarily address the revision of allowances, specifically the camping and lodging allowance for public servants, which were adjusted to reflect changes in the cost of living and to ensure fair compensation for employees who require lodging and meals while on duty. The regulations aim to maintain equitable remuneration practices within the public sector, ensuring that public servants are appropriately compensated for their work-related expenses. This legislative instrument exemplifies the continuous updates needed to adapt public service regulations to economic changes and societal needs.

Scope and Application

The Public Service Regulations 1981 (Amendment) pertains to the amendments of the Public Service Regulations, enacted under the authority of the Public Service Act 1922. This regulation applies to all public service employees and the Commonwealth public service agencies. The amendment specifically addresses the rates of allowances for camping and lodging, ensuring that the rates are updated to reflect current economic conditions. It is applicable nationally, as it pertains to the Commonwealth public service which operates across all states and territories in Australia. The regulation does not provide for any specific exclusions or exemptions, and its application is direct and does not extend or restrict through subordinate instruments.

Key Provisions

The primary amendment made by these regulations concerns the adjustment of rates for camping and lodging allowances. Specifically, Regulation 89 has been revised to change the rates applicable under various conditions. For example, if a cook is provided by the Department, the allowance is now set at $8.90 per day, as per clause (a) of sub-regulation (2). Similarly, other sub-regulations have been altered to update the allowance rates. For instance, paragraph (b) of sub-regulation (2) now provides for an allowance of $5.20 per day, and paragraphs (c) and (d) of sub-regulation (5A) have been adjusted to $3.20 per day. These regulations impose specific obligations on the parties involved, particularly those in the public service sector. Public service employees who are eligible for camping and lodging allowances must adhere to the updated rates as specified in the amended Regulation 89. The Department responsible for administering these allowances must ensure that the correct rates are applied and that any discrepancies are rectified promptly. Furthermore, the regulations mandate that these updated rates be communicated effectively to all relevant stakeholders, including employees, to ensure compliance and transparency. The Public Service Regulations (Amendment) also delineate the consequences for non-compliance. While the specific offences and penalties are not explicitly stated in the provided text, it is reasonable to infer that any failure to adhere to the amended rates for camping and lodging allowances could result in administrative penalties. These may include corrective actions against employees or departments that fail to apply the correct allowances, as well as potential disciplinary measures. Additionally, there may be implications for budget allocations and financial reporting, given the direct impact of these allowances on departmental expenditure. Although the text does not specify maximum penalties, it is clear that compliance with these regulations is critical to maintaining the integrity of the public service remuneration system.

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