s 3 Power of Minister to vary monthly variable component and non‑pensionable annual allowance
3.—(1) The Minister may, by order in the Gazette, vary in such manner as may be specified in the order —(a) the rates of the monthly variable component; and (b) the amount of the 13th month non‑pensionable annual allowance, payable to the public service. (2) When any order under subsection (1) comes into force, the Government and any designated statutory body or authority must give effect to the order. (3) Any term or condition of employment in the public service (including any collective agreement) imposing any liability to pay —(a) rates of monthly variable component; or (b) the amount of the 13th month non‑pensionable annual allowance, in excess of the rates or amount specified in the order is, to the extent of the excess, void and of no effect so long as the order remains in force.