Fired BP chair disputes oil company’s claims of poor conduct

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Updated 27.5.2026

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Albert Manifold *BP Amanda Blanc Ian Tyler Murray Auchincloss

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May 27 Evening

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The Guardian - World News5d ago

Fired BP chair disputes oil company’s claims of poor conduct

BP's ousted chair, Albert Manifold, has disputed the oil company's claims about his conduct, stating he was removed without warning or explanation. BP announced Manifold's immediate departure on Tuesday, citing serious concerns about his governance, oversight, and conduct, with reports describing his behavior as aggressive and belittling to colleagues. Manifold, who was appointed chair in October 2025, claims he was working to drive change at BP and will not allow a "false narrative" to go unchallenged. The company has appointed Ian Tyler as interim chair while searching for a permanent replacement. BP's share price fell following the announcement.

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Fired BP chair Albert Manifold disputes reports about his conduct and claims he was removed without warning or explanation.

— Albert Manifold

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BP announced Manifold’s departure citing serious concerns about his governance standards, oversight, and conduct.

— BP

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Manifold was appointed chair in October 2025 and was tasked with overseeing a strategy shift back to fossil fuel extraction.

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BP's share price slid further on Wednesday morning after closing down 4% on Tuesday following the announcement of Manifold’s departure.

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Reports describe Manifold's behavior with colleagues as aggressive, with a whistleblower report indicating a pattern of unacceptable behavior.

— Reuters (via source)

May 26 Evening

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Al Jazeera5d ago

Albert Manifold ousted as BP chair over governance and conduct concerns

Albert Manifold has been removed as chairman of British Petroleum (BP) effective immediately, after only eight months in the role. The company stated that his exit follows "serious concerns" raised to the board regarding "important governance standards, oversight and conduct." BP's stock fell by over 4 percent in US and UK markets following the announcement. Ian Tyler, a board member since last year, will serve as interim chair. This development occurs amidst a period of significant leadership changes at BP, including the previous firing of CEO Bernard Looney and the abrupt departure of his successor. The board unanimously decided Manifold should no longer serve as chair and director due to governance issues they deemed unacceptable.

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The Guardian - World News5d ago

BP removes chair Albert Manifold over ‘serious’ governance and conduct concerns

BP has removed its chair, Albert Manifold, with immediate effect due to "serious concerns about important governance standards, oversight and conduct." The FTSE 100 company announced Manifold's departure on Tuesday, after he had served in the role for only eight months. This decision caused BP's share price to fall significantly, making it the FTSE's biggest faller. Amanda Blanc, senior independent director, stated the board was "surprised and disappointed" by the governance issues. Manifold was appointed in October 2025 and had recently overseen a change in BP's strategy. Ian Tyler has been appointed as interim chair.

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Associated Press (AP)5d ago

Oil giant BP ousts chairman over ‘conduct’

BP has ousted its chairman, Albert Manifold, due to serious concerns regarding "important governance standards, oversight and conduct." The departure was abrupt, with Manifold having been appointed to the position late last year. Ian Tyler has been named interim chair, and BP will begin searching for a permanent replacement. The company, a major global oil producer, has faced challenges including the aftermath of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster and recent struggles with falling demand and declining profits. This leadership change comes amid past reports of potential takeover talks and a strategic shift away from renewable energy.

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Albert Manifold has been ousted as BP chair due to serious concerns about governance standards, oversight, and conduct.

— BP

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BP stock fell by more than 4 percent in US and UK markets following the news of Manifold's ousting.

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Ian Tyler has been appointed interim chair of BP.

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CEO Bernard Looney was fired three years ago for lying about personal relationships with colleagues.

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The board was surprised and disappointed to learn of governance oversight and conduct issues deemed unacceptable.

— Amanda Blanc