STATUTORY RULES.
1912. No. 42.
PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1911.
Regulations (Provisional) for Universal Training—Part III.— Senior Cadets.—Regulation 56 (b).—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 1903-1911 should come into immediate operation, and make the Regulation to come into operation forthwith as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this twentieth day of February, One thousand nine hundred and twelve.
DENMAN,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
G. F. PEARCE.
REGULATIONS (PROVISIONAL) FOR UNIVERSAL TRAINING —PART III.—SENIOR CADETS.
Amendment.
In Universal Training Regulation 56 (b) after the first paragraph, insert “†” and add the following foot-note:—
“† In Senior Cadet companies and detachments formed in educational institutions, the strength, for the purpose of calculating the amount of the Contingent Allowance, shall be taken on Tuesday in the week following the commencement of studies after the winter vacation.”
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Overview
The Statutory Rules of 1912, No. 42, enacted Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1911, particularly concerning the Universal Training for Senior Cadets. This legislative instrument was introduced to address the need for immediate operational amendments to the existing regulations regarding the Universal Training scheme, as advised by the Federal Executive Council. The Governor-General, acting on this advice due to the urgency of the matter, certified the regulation to come into immediate effect. The aim of these regulations is to provide a precise method for calculating the Contingent Allowance for Senior Cadets in educational institutions, ensuring a systematic approach to their training and support. The regulations were made under the authority of the Defence Act 1903-1911, reflecting a policy objective to enhance the efficiency and readiness of the Universal Training program.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1911 apply to the specific provisions governing Universal Training, with a particular focus on Senior Cadets in Part III of the Regulations. These regulations aim to amend the existing Universal Training Regulation 56 (b) by altering the timing for determining the strength of Senior Cadet companies and detachments in educational institutions. Specifically, the amendment requires that the strength for calculating the Contingent Allowance be taken on the Tuesday in the week following the commencement of studies after the winter vacation. The application of these regulations is confined to the Commonwealth level and applies to all Senior Cadet companies and detachments formed in educational institutions across Australia. There are no exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds stated within the text of these provisional regulations. The application of these regulations is subject to further refinement or expansion through subordinate instruments, which may be issued to address any operational or administrative details not covered in the initial provisional regulations.
Key Provisions
The key provisions of these Provisional Regulations for Universal Training, specifically relating to Senior Cadets, involve the amendment of Regulation 56(b) (C1912L00042). This amendment introduces a new method for calculating the strength of Senior Cadet companies and detachments within educational institutions. The strength, used for determining the Contingent Allowance, must now be taken on Tuesday in the week following the commencement of studies after the winter vacation. This change is significant for the allocation of funds based on the number of cadets present in these institutions.
The obligations and requirements imposed by these regulations are primarily administrative in nature. They mandate that the strength of Senior Cadet companies and detachments be recorded at a specific point in time, namely, the Tuesday following the resumption of studies after the winter break. This requirement ensures that the calculations for the Contingent Allowance are consistent and reflect the actual number of cadets participating in training. It is imperative that the responsible authorities within educational institutions comply with this schedule to maintain the integrity of the funding process.
Failure to comply with the provisions outlined in these regulations may lead to civil or administrative consequences. While the specific consequences are not detailed in the text, non-compliance with statutory requirements can often result in penalties or the withholding of allowances. Given the importance of accurate reporting for financial purposes, any deviation from the stipulated procedures could potentially lead to investigations or audits to rectify discrepancies.
The regulations do not explicitly state the maximum penalties for breaches; however, in the context of Australian administrative law, penalties for non-compliance with such regulations can vary. They may include fines, corrective actions, or even the suspension of funding. The exact penalties would be determined based on the severity and intent behind the breach, as well as the specific provisions of the Defence Act 1903-1911 and other relevant legislation.