STATUTORY RULES.
1915. No. 255.
PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1915.
Regulations for Universal Training.—Part III.—Senior Cadets.—Regulation 33a.—Amendment.
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby certify that, on account of urgency, the following Regulation under the Defence Act 1903-1915 should come into immediate operation, and make the Regulation to come into operation forthwith as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this twenty-second day of December, One thousand nine hundred and fifteen.
R. M. FERGUSON,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
G. F. PEARCE.
REGULATIONS (PROVISIONAL) FOR UNIVERSAL TRAINING.
Part III.—Senior Cadets.
Amendments.
Regulation 33a.—Paragraph (5) is cancelled and the following substituted therefor:—
“(5) Officers of Senior Cadets permitted to continue their service as above are eligible to compete at any examination for appointment to the rank of Lieutenant in the Citizen Forces.”
Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1915 No. 255, enacted in 1915, introduced provisional regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1915, addressing the need to swiftly adapt and amend existing regulations in light of the pressing requirements of universal training during a period of national urgency. The Defence Act 1903-1915 was originally established to provide a framework for the nation's defence mechanisms, and these provisional regulations aimed to facilitate a more streamlined and responsive approach to the training and ranking of personnel within the Citizen Forces. Enacted by the Governor-General in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, these regulations sought to promptly enable senior cadets who completed their service to compete for higher ranks, thus aligning the defence training framework with the evolving defence needs of the time.
These provisional regulations underscore the policy objective of ensuring that the defence forces are adequately equipped and efficiently managed to meet immediate challenges. By allowing senior cadets to compete for appointments as Lieutenants in the Citizen Forces, the regulations aimed to enhance the operational readiness and effectiveness of the defence system. The urgency in enacting these changes was a reflection of the critical circumstances of the time, aiming to bolster the national defence capabilities through immediate and practical amendments to existing regulations.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1915 pertain specifically to the Universal Training scheme, with a particular focus on senior cadets. These regulations apply to officers of senior cadets who are allowed to continue their service in this capacity. The primary intent of the amendment encapsulated in Regulation 33a is to enable these officers to compete in any examination for the rank of Lieutenant in the Citizen Forces, thus broadening their career opportunities within the military structure. This legislation extends its jurisdiction throughout the Commonwealth of Australia, thereby affecting individuals and entities involved in the universal training scheme across the nation. The regulation does not explicitly delineate exclusions or exemptions, but the eligibility criteria implicitly exclude those not serving as officers of senior cadets under the universal training scheme. Additionally, the application of these regulations can be extended or modified through subordinate instruments, allowing for adjustments to address evolving needs within the military training framework.
Key Provisions
The main operative section of this legislation, Regulation 33a, amends the existing provisions regarding Senior Cadets within the Defence Act 1903-1915 (section 33a(5)). This amendment allows officers of Senior Cadets who are permitted to continue their service to compete in any examination for the appointment to the rank of Lieutenant in the Citizen Forces. Previously, Paragraph (5) had different stipulations, which have now been replaced by this new provision.
Under the updated Regulation, the obligations imposed on Senior Cadet officers now include eligibility to compete for a Lieutenant position in the Citizen Forces, provided they meet the continuation of service criteria. This change in regulation broadens the career advancement opportunities available to these officers, enabling them to pursue higher ranks within the Citizen Forces structure.
In terms of consequences, the legislation does not explicitly outline specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for breaches of these regulations. However, as with most legislative instruments, non-compliance with these provisions could potentially lead to disciplinary actions or other administrative consequences within the Defence framework. The precise outcomes of such breaches would depend on the internal policies and enforcement mechanisms of the Citizen Forces.
Overall, this provisional regulation provides a clear amendment to the Defence Act 1903-1915, enhancing the career progression pathways for Senior Cadet officers. By enabling them to compete for higher ranks, the legislation aims to improve the structure and efficiency of the Citizen Forces, ensuring that qualified and experienced officers have the opportunity to advance within the Defence organisation.