I think it would be difficult to proceed with the amendment as suggested.
Proposed section 31.1 falls under part 2 of the act. Part 2 of the act does not deal with service-related benefits. It deals exclusively with, as the part is entitled, “Benefits in Respect of Injury or Death on Service”. That part incorporates the Pension Act, which provides for duty-related benefits in case of injury, death, disability, or disease. It has nothing to do with service. Service is covered under part 1. So the objective wouldn't be attained.