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BP ousts board chair Manifold over conduct and governance concerns

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BP has removed its board chair, Albert Manifold, due to serious concerns regarding governance standards, oversight, and conduct. This marks the latest leadership change for the energy company, which has seen its CEO and now board chair depart within the last six months. The company's senior independent director noted Manifold's contributions to BP's transformation but stated the board was disappointed by unacceptable issues. Ian Tyler has been appointed interim board chair. AI

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Geman ·

    BP removes board chair, citing "conduct" concerns

    <p>BP removed board chair Albert Manifold on Tuesday, citing "serious concerns" about "governance standards, oversight and conduct."</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>BP has lost its CEO and now its board chair in the span of six months, the latest leadership turmoil for a c…

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