Auditor-General Lyn Provost says she is considering requests for an independent inquiry into the Accident Compensation Corporation.© 2012 Radio New Zealand
Dr Smith resigned on Wednesday after admitting he had written a reference under ministerial letterhead for Bronwyn Pullar, who is a friend, and failed to declare a conflict of interest when dealing with the case.
Opposition parties say there should be an independent inquiry to find out more about ACC's handling of Ms Pullar's claim, and whether there was ministerial interference.
Lyn Provost says this type of inquiry would involve a significant commitment of time and public funds. She says she needs to make sure she understands the issues, as well as the work being done by other agencies, before she makes a decision.
Prime Minister John Key has rejected opposition calls for such an inquiry though Dr Smith supports an investigation.
ACC chairman John Judge has said the corporation's board would co-operate fully with any inquiry.
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