Public Service Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

Statutory Rules 1970 No. 1425 is a legislative instrument made under the authority of the Public Service Act 1922-1968, by the Public Service Board. This regulation was enacted to amend the Public Service Regulations, specifically adjusting salary groupings for certain positions within the Commonwealth public service. The enacting body was the Governor-General in Council, who approved the regulation on 19 November 1970. The amendments introduced in this regulation reflect the updating of salary bands for the Commonwealth Dairy Expert and the Pesticides Co-ordinator, ensuring that remuneration for these roles is appropriately aligned with current public service standards. This legislative instrument serves to address the need for periodic adjustments to public service remuneration, maintaining fairness and competitiveness in the public sector workforce.

Scope and Application

The Statutory Rules 1970 No. 1425 under the Public Service Act 1922-1968, approved by the Governor-General and made by the Public Service Board, amends the Public Service Regulations to update the classifications and salary details for specific roles within the Commonwealth public service. Specifically, it replaces the existing Group 20 with a new classification for a Commonwealth Dairy Expert, setting the salary at 10,689, and similarly replaces Group 67a with a new classification for a Pesticides Co-ordinator, setting the salary at 9,547. These amendments are aimed at accurately reflecting the roles and responsibilities associated with these positions within the public service structure. The regulation applies to all officers within the Commonwealth public service and is intended to ensure that remuneration aligns with the duties and expertise required for these positions.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of the Statutory Rules 1970 No. 1425 involve amendments to Part I of the Fourth Schedule of the Public Service Regulations. Specifically, the regulation replaces Group 20 with a new classification for a Commonwealth Dairy Expert (section 10,689) and replaces Group 67a with a new classification for a Pesticides Co-ordinator (section 9,547). These changes aim to reflect the evolving needs of the public service by adjusting the roles and responsibilities associated with these positions. Under this legislation, the Public Service Board has the authority to enact regulations that affect public service positions, including defining new roles and adjusting existing ones. The Board's actions are taken pursuant to the authority conferred by the Public Service Act 1922-1968, and these regulations are subject to the approval of the Governor-General. This approval process ensures that the changes are in line with broader public service objectives and legislative frameworks. The Act imposes specific obligations on the Public Service Board and the relevant government officials to ensure that the regulations are properly drafted, notified, and implemented. The Board must ensure that any changes to public service classifications are communicated effectively and that the new roles are adequately defined to meet current needs. Additionally, the Governor-General's role in approving the regulations ensures a level of scrutiny and oversight, maintaining the integrity and functionality of the public service. For breaches of the regulations or failure to comply with the approved classifications, there may be legal consequences. Although the specific penalties are not detailed in the provided text, under general principles of administrative law, breaches of statutory regulations can lead to civil or criminal penalties, depending on the severity and intent of the breach. The maximum penalties can vary but may include fines, legal action, or other disciplinary measures against individuals or entities found in breach of the regulations.