BP Removes Chair Albert Manifold Over Governance Concerns
Decision Comes Amid Reports of Bullying and Overbearing Behaviour
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- BP has immediately removed its chair, Albert Manifold, due to serious governance and conduct concerns, including reported bullying.
- Amanda Blanc stated the board took decisive action after being surprised and disappointed by the issues.
- Manifold denies the allegations, calling them a false narrative.
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BP's shift back to fossil fuels and its impact on global energy transitions.
BP has removed its chair, Albert Manifold, over serious concerns about governance standards, oversight, and conduct. The decision was effective immediately, just eight months into his tenure.
According to the BBC, Manifold's departure is due to concerns over bullying and overbearing behaviour. However, in a statement to Bloomberg News, Manifold disputed the characterization of his conduct, calling it a false narrative and stating he was removed without warning or explanation.
Shares in BP dropped 4% following the announcement. Ian Tyler, BP's senior independent director, has been appointed interim chair. Tyler reaffirmed the company's strategic direction and expressed confidence in CEO Meg O'Neil's leadership, highlighting her actions to simplify and strengthen the organization.
Manifold's appointment in October last year coincided with BP's pivot back to fossil fuels. Earlier, in June, BP withdrew from a $55 billion green energy project in Western Australia, dealing a blow to the country's clean energy transition. A search for a permanent chair is set to begin soon.
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- Full details of the governance concerns
- Long-term impact on BP's strategic direction