STATUTORY RULES.
1963. No. 82.
REGULATIONS UNDER THE PUBLIC SERVICE ACT 1922-1960.*
THE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD, acting in pursuance and exercise of the authority conferred upon it by the Public Service Act 1922-1960, hereby makes, subject to the approval of the Governor-General, the following Regulations.
Dated this thirteenth day of August, 1963.
F. H. WHEELER
Chairman.
K. E. GRAINGER
Commissioner.
J. E. COLLINGS
Commissioner
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby approve the following Regulations.
Dated this twenty-second day of August, 1963.
DE L'ISLE
Governor-General.
By His Excellency's Command,
GORDON FREETH
Minister of State for the Interior for and on behalf of the Prime Minister.
AMENDMENTS OF THE PUBLIC SERVICE REGULATIONS. †
Fourth Schedule—Part V.
1. The Fourth Schedule to the Public Service Regulations is amended by adding at the end of Part V. the following items:—
43A | (1) Chief Chemist ............... | £2,948–£3,068–£3,188 |
| (2) Consultant ................. | |
43B | Senior Consultant .................... | £3,318–£3,448–£3,578 |
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 29th August, 1963.
† Statutory Rules 1935, No. 18, as amended to date. For previous amendments of the Public Service Regulations, see footnote † to Statutory Rules 1963, No. 4, and see also Statutory Rules 1963, Nos. 4, 5, 20, 22, 33, 41, 42, 55, 59, 65 and 81.
7104/63.—PRICE 3D.
Fourth Schedule—Part VIII.
2. The Fourth Schedule to the Public Service Regulations is amended by adding at the end thereof the following Part:—
PART VIII.: EXAMINERS OF PATENTS, ATTORNEY-GENERAL'S DEPARTMENT.
64 | Examiner of Patents, Class 1 ............. | £1,243–£1,298–£1,438–£1,578–£1,718–£l,918–£2,098 |
65 | Examiner of Patents, Class 2 ............. | £2,198–£2,298–£2,398–£2,498 |
66 | Supervising Examiner of Patents, Class 1..... | £2,618–£2,738–£2,858–£2,978 |
67 | Supervising Examiner of Patents, Class 2..... | £3,098–£3,218–£3,338 |
68 | Assistant Commissioner of Patents ......... | £3,650 |
By Authority: A. J. ARTHUR, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.
Overview
The Statutory Rules of 1963, No. 82, comprise regulations enacted under the Public Service Act 1922-1960 by the Public Service Board, with the approval of the Governor-General. These regulations were introduced to address the need for updated salary scales and classifications within the public service, ensuring fair remuneration for various roles in the government sector. The Public Service Board, acting on the authority conferred by the Public Service Act 1922-1960, made these amendments to the Public Service Regulations, which were subsequently approved by the Governor-General. This legislative instrument aims to maintain equitable compensation structures within the public service, reflecting the roles and responsibilities of different positions.
Scope and Application
The Public Service Regulations, 1963, under the Public Service Act 1922-1960, apply to public service employees and positions within the Commonwealth of Australia. These regulations specifically address amendments to salary scales for various roles, including the introduction of new positions such as Chief Chemist, Consultant, and Senior Consultant, as well as roles within the Examiners of Patents department at the Attorney-General's Department. The amendments are designed to update remuneration levels for these positions and ensure consistency in pay scales across relevant departments. The scope of these regulations is national, impacting federal public servants and their remuneration. Subordinate instruments may further extend or specify the application of these regulations, ensuring that they align with broader public service policies and objectives.
Key Provisions
The Public Service Regulations, 1963, under the Public Service Act 1922-1960, introduce new salary scales for specific positions within the public service. Section 43A of the Fourth Schedule now includes the position of Chief Chemist, with salary ranges from £2,948 to £3,188. Section 43B introduces a Senior Consultant role with salary ranges from £3,318 to £3,578. These amendments are intended to reflect the evolving nature of public service roles and the need for appropriate remuneration.
The Regulations impose specific obligations on the Public Service Board to administer and enforce these new salary scales. They must ensure that these roles are appropriately classified and compensated within the public service framework, maintaining fairness and consistency across the board. Additionally, the Regulations require that these roles be filled by qualified individuals who meet the necessary criteria, ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of the public service.
Breach of these Regulations could result in various consequences. For instance, failure to adhere to the prescribed salary scales could lead to financial mismanagement within the public service. Such breaches might be subject to disciplinary action under the Public Service Act, which could include penalties or sanctions against the responsible officers. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the Regulations, they could range from fines to more severe administrative actions, depending on the severity of the breach.
Furthermore, the Regulations establish a structured approach to examining and approving patents, as outlined in Part VIII of the Fourth Schedule. This includes defining salary scales for various roles within the Attorney-General's Department, such as Examiner of Patents, Class 1 and 2, Supervising Examiner of Patents, Class 1 and 2, and Assistant Commissioner of Patents. These roles are crucial for the effective management and examination of patents, ensuring that intellectual property is protected and properly regulated within the public service.
In summary, these Regulations amend the Public Service Regulations to introduce new salary scales for specific public service roles and to establish structured examination processes for patents. They impose clear obligations on the Public Service Board to enforce these changes and ensure compliance. Failure to adhere to these Regulations could lead to various administrative and financial consequences, highlighting the importance of strict compliance within the public service framework.