B—7 [Pt. ll]

SUPPLEMENTARY ESTIMATES, 1947-48

AIR DEPARTMENT —continued

(а) Provision made for 1946-47 expenditure now come to charge. With the reintroduction of free warrants for leave, a substantial increase in expenditure under this item is anticipated. £35,000 provided on main estimates. (б) Provision for estimated charges by United Kingdom Government for courses attended by R.N.Z.A.F. officers. (c) R.N.A.Z.F. Regulations provide for grants of £5O per annum for the upkeep of each approved R.N.Z.A.F. band. (d) Underestimated. £5,100 provided on main estimates. (e) Staff shortage and finalization of pay records have necessitated extended employment of staff beyond normal working-hours. £3,000 provided on main estimates. (/) Additional provision required through balance of 1946-47 expenditure being greater than anticipated. £38,450 provided on main estimates. (g) Two vehicle accidents have involved loss of earnings to third parties, and expenditure on this item therefore is greater than anticipated. £5OO provided on main estimates.

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For Services chargeable on the Consolidated Fund —continued £ £ £ ORDINARY REVENUE ACCOUNT —ctd. VOTE—AIR —continued Subdivision No. VII. — Transport Charges for and incidental to — Travelling allowances and expenses (additional) (a) 35,000 Total—Subdivision No. VII 35,000 Subdivision No. VIII. —Miscellaneous Services Charges for and incidental to — Courses of instruction overseas Grants to bands Laundry and dry-cleaning (additional) Overtime and meal allowances (additional) .. Payments to Post and Telegraph Department (additional) Repairs, &c., and compensation for loss of, or damage to, private vehicles and property (additional) (6) 500 (c) 300 (d) 6,000 (e) 1,500 (/) 24,000 (9) MOO Total —Subdivision No. VIII 33,800