Two government watchdogs say there is no oversight or control over what documents get shredded at the Alberta government — and no penalties for rule-breakers.

Alberta Premier Rachel Notley says the public shouldn't rush to judge allegations that documents have been illegally shredded since the Progressive Conservatives were defeated earlier this month.

As the transition to a new regime unfolds in Alberta, the province's Privacy Commissioner is reminding politicians and the public about the rules regarding the shredding of government records.