Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold denies ‘bullying' claims, challenges anonymous critics over ‘lies'

Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold denied claims that he bullied colleagues, while acknowledging he may have pushed hard and challenged people directly. The statement is a governance and leadership update rather than an operational or financial development. Market impact appears limited unless the controversy escalates further.

Analysis

Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold denied claims that he bullied colleagues, while acknowledging he may have pushed hard and challenged people directly. The statement is a governance and leadership update rather than an operational or financial development. Market impact appears limited unless the controversy escalates further.