UCP MLAs who make up the majority on an Alberta legislature committee passed a motion Monday to begin the search for a new auditor general even though the person currently occupying the role offered to stay on for two more years.

In an interview with CBC News, Doug Wylie confirmed he would like to work another two years to oversee the completion and release of the investigation into procurement of private surgical facilities at Alberta Health Services and help his successor transition to the position.

“I felt it was useful for the office and useful for the projects of the office for me to be here for another two years to see this work through,” Wylie said.

“The committee disagrees. That's their choice. I'm not going to argue with them. The decision is made.”

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