They are being called the worst followup rates in almost two decades. Nova Scotia’s Auditor General says if recommendations aren’t completed, the same issues will persist and expose government to continued risk, including public safety risk. That is a blunt assessment from Kim Adair on the 35 percent implementation rate from the recommendations made in 2020. But what power does the office hold when it comes to holding government to account over public spending and programs? Michael McPhee is the Deputy Auditor General for the province. And in his first media interview under that role, he shares his thoughts on his job, their department and the accountability loop.