STATUTORY RULES.
1948. No. .
REGULATIONS UNDER THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT AND EMPLOYMENT ACT 1945.*
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Re-establishment and Employment Act 1945.
Dated this twenty-third day of June, 1948.
W.J McKell
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
Minister of State for Post-war Reconstruction.
Amendment of the Re-establishment and Employment Regulations.†
1. After regulation 23 of the Re-establishment and Employment Regulations the following; regulation is inserted:—
Provision of training facilities.
“24. Section fifty of the Principal Act is amended by omitting subsection (5.) and inserting in its stead the following sub-section :—
‘(5.) Subject to such conditions as are prescribed, the Commonwealth shall pay such allowances and expenses as are prescribed and may make loans to persons eligible for, or undergoing, training under this Part.’.”.
Commencement.
2. The amendment made by regulation 1 of these Regulations shall be deemed to have come into operation on the 27th day of August, 1945.
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on , 1948.
† Statutory Rules 1945, No. 181, as amended by Statutory Rules 1946, Nos. 14, 57, 85, 130, 165, 167 and 177; 1947, Nos. 12, 52, 87 and 100; and 1948, No. 9.
By Authority: L. F. Johnston, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.
2139.—Price 3d. 12/19.4.1948.
Overview
The Re-establishment and Employment Regulations of 1948, enacted as Statutory Rules 1948, No. 73, were introduced to amend the Re-establishment and Employment Act 1945. This legislative instrument was issued under the authority of the Governor-General, acting on the advice of the Federal Executive Council, to address gaps in the existing regulations concerning the provision of training facilities for individuals transitioning from military to civilian life post-World War II. The primary objective of these regulations was to enhance the support provided to ex-servicemen and women by ensuring they had access to necessary training and financial assistance as they re-entered the workforce, thereby facilitating smoother reintegration into civilian employment.
These regulations aimed to amend the existing framework by allowing the Commonwealth to provide allowances and expenses, and to make loans to those eligible for or undergoing training under the Act. This change was designed to improve the support mechanisms available to veterans, ensuring they could access the necessary resources to successfully transition to civilian careers. The insertion of this new regulation was a direct response to the need for more comprehensive support systems for returning service personnel, aligning with the broader policy objective of aiding their re-establishment in civilian life.
Scope and Application
The Re-establishment and Employment Regulations 1945, as amended, govern the scope and application of the Re-establishment and Employment Act 1945 in Australia. These regulations primarily apply to individuals and entities involved in the provision of training and employment services for returned service personnel, particularly those who are eligible for or undergoing training under the Act. The regulations outline the conditions under which the Commonwealth may pay allowances, expenses, and make loans to these eligible persons. The geographic reach of these regulations is national, as they are enacted under Commonwealth authority and apply throughout Australia. The regulations have been subject to numerous amendments, ensuring that they remain relevant and effective in addressing the evolving needs of returned service personnel. Notably, the regulations do not explicitly state any exclusions or thresholds; however, they are subject to conditions prescribed by the Commonwealth, which may further delineate their application. The regulations extend their application through subordinate instruments, ensuring that they can adapt to new circumstances and requirements as necessary.
Key Provisions
The Regulations under the Re-establishment and Employment Act 1945 (C1948L00073) include an amendment to the Re-establishment and Employment Regulations, specifically inserting a new regulation 24 (1). Regulation 24 modifies section fifty of the Principal Act by replacing subsection (5) to allow the Commonwealth to pay allowances and expenses to eligible persons undergoing training, and to provide loans under certain prescribed conditions (1). This amendment aims to facilitate the provision of training facilities and support for individuals re-establishing themselves post-war.
These Regulations impose specific obligations on the Commonwealth to provide financial assistance and loans to eligible persons undergoing training, subject to the conditions set out in the Regulations (1). The obligations include ensuring that payments and loans are made in accordance with the prescribed conditions, which likely include eligibility criteria and the nature of the training being undertaken.
Failure to comply with the provisions of these Regulations could result in legal consequences. While the specific penalties are not detailed within the text of these Regulations, breaches of similar provisions in the Act or related Regulations could potentially lead to administrative penalties or legal action. The maximum penalties would depend on the specific breach and relevant legislation, but could include fines or other civil or criminal sanctions as provided under the Re-establishment and Employment Act 1945 or other applicable laws. The precise nature and severity of penalties would be determined by the context of the breach and the applicable legal framework.