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PSA welcomes Waikato DHB probe
PSA welcomes Waikato DHB probe
The Auditor-General’s
inquiry into Waikato District Health Board’s spending on
SmartHealth is a welcome development, the PSA says.
State Services Commissioner Peter Hughes requested the inquiry as part of his investigation into allegations of wrongful expenditure by former DHB CEO Nigel Murray.
The Auditor-General will look at the procurement process from HealthTap as well as the nature of the SmartHealth product.
"The Commissioner’s investigation is crucial to restoring public trust in Waikato DHB, which has been harmed by allegations against Dr Murray," PSA National Secretary Erin Polaczuk says.
"We are glad the Auditor-General will
look at this, as clear and transparent procurement processes
are crucial to the proper functioning of the public
service.
"We repeat our commitment to fully co-operate
with the Commissioner’s
inquiry."
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