Deductions for barrack damage

(1) When damage occurs to any premises in which one or more units or parts of such units, of the Forces are quartered or billeted, or any fixtures, furniture or effects in or belonging to such premises are damaged or lost, and it appears on investigation by a court of inquiry that the damage or loss was occasioned by the wrongful act or negligence of persons belonging to any of the units or parts of units in occupation thereof, but that the said persons cannot be identified, any person belonging to any of the units or parts of such units may be required to contribute towards compensation for the damage or loss such amount as may in accordance with regulations be determined to be just, and the amount may be deducted from his pay. (2) The provisions of sub-section (1), shall extend to motor vehicles in which units or parts of units are being transported and reference to premises, quartering and occupation shall be construed accordingly.