(1) Subject to the availability of the requisite finances, promotions to fill vacancies within the ranks of the Police Force shall take place annually.
(2) Where a vacancy arises as a result of:
(a) an officer proceeding on vacation for a period of 28 working days or more;
(b) an officer being absent for any other reason for a period of 28 working days or more; or
(c) the creation of a new position,
another officer may be selected at anytime, in accordance with these Regulations to act in the position left vacant.