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BP Reports Former Chairman Disputes Dismissal Account

Albert Manifold stated he was dismissed without explanation less than a year after appointment. The company had previously described the departure differently.

The New York Times
1 source·May 28, 7:35 PM(22 hrs ago)·1m read
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Albert Manifold said he was dismissed without explanation less than a year after being appointed chairman. The company had characterized the departure in different terms when it was first announced.

Background on the Appointment Manifold had taken the chairman role less than twelve months before the separation occurred. The company did not provide additional details about the circumstances of the departure in its initial statement.

Manifold said the dismissal occurred without prior notice or stated reason. No further statements from the company were included in the report.

Key Facts

Albert Manifold
Former chairman of BP
Dismissal timing
Less than one year after appointment
Manifold statement
Dismissed without explanation

Story Timeline

2 events
  1. Less than one year after appointment

    Albert Manifold was dismissed from the chairman position.

    1 sourceThe New York Times
  2. After dismissal

    Manifold stated he received no explanation for the decision.

    1 sourceThe New York Times

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    The company may face questions from investors about leadership changes.

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PublishedMay 28, 2026, 7:35 PM
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