Albert Manifold’s “shouty” management style and use of personal devices have been cited as factors in his removal over conduct and governance concerns.

BP has ousted its chairman over what it called serious concerns related to “important governance standards, oversight and conduct.”

The board of British energy major BP on Tuesday announced it had unanimously decided to remove Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect, citing governance oversight and…

Albert Manifold has been ousted with immediate effect

BP has removed its Chair, Albert Manifold, with immediate effect. The company cited serious concerns regarding governance oversight and conduct. This decision comes just months…

The surprise move was made over 'serious concerns' related to governance and oversight

Departure after only eight months in the role follows scandals and instability