BP removes chair over 'serious concerns' about conduct
BP has removed its chair, Albert Manifold, due to serious concerns regarding his conduct and governance. This decision comes just eight months into his tenure and follows reports of bullying and overbearing behavior. Ian Tyler has been appointed as the interim chair while a search for a permanent replacement begins.
- ▪Albert Manifold was removed from his position as BP chair due to governance and conduct concerns.
- ▪The decision was effective immediately and followed reports of bullying behavior.
- ▪Shares of BP dropped by 4 percent after the announcement of Manifold's removal.
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- ▪ ‘Unacceptable’: BP chair fired over ‘serious concerns’ over conduct — The Sydney Morning Herald
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BP removes chair Albert Manifold over 'serious conduct and governance concerns'By Tessa Flemming Topic:Oil and GasWed 27 May 2026 at 8:08amWed 27 May 2026 at 8:08amWed 27 May 2026 at 8:08amAlbert Manifold succeed Helge Lund at BP last year. (Supplied: BP )In short:BP has removed its chair, Albert Manifold, only eight months into his tenure.The BBC reported Mr Manifold's departure was due to concerns about "bullying" and his "overbearing" behaviour.What's next?Ian Tyler was appointed as interim chair.abc.net.au/news/bp-drops-chair-albert-manifold-over-serious-concerns/106725588Link copiedShareShare articleBP has removed its chair, Albert Manifold, over serious concerns about "important governance standards, oversight and conduct".The oil company said the move was effective immediately and…
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