“Under the Auditor General for Local Government Act, I am required, as the Minister responsible, to seek the Audit Council’s recommendation regarding the removal of the auditor general for local government. Pursuant to its mandate under the Act, the Audit Council considered my request and subsequently issued a recommendation and resolution to remove the auditor general for local government.
“The Auditor General for Local Government’s obstruction of an intended review of her office has created an intolerable situation that compounds the unstable work environment and lack of performance from that office.
“I believe removing the Auditor General (for Local Government) is necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the office.
“Accordingly, I have therefore recommended to the Lieutenant Governor in Council that the Auditor’s appointment be rescinded.
“The Audit Council will be recommending a qualified person to be appointed as acting auditor general for local government, pursuant to the act, for government’s consideration.”
Audio Statement from Community, Sport and Cultural Development Minister Hon. Coralee Oakes:
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