Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold denies ‘bullying’ claims, challenges anonymous critics over ‘lies’
Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold has denied allegations of bullying colleagues, stating that he may have pushed hard but did not engage in abusive behavior. His departure followed a unanimous board decision amid concerns over governance and conduct, with reports of whistleblower complaints regarding his management style. Manifold emphasized his commitment to cost-cutting and shareholder value during his brief tenure at BP.
- ▪Albert Manifold was ousted as BP Chair following a unanimous board vote over serious concerns about his conduct.
- ▪He denied bullying claims but acknowledged he may have challenged colleagues directly.
- ▪Manifold's tenure lasted less than eight months, during which he focused on slashing costs and improving shareholder value.
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Business Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold denies ‘bullying’ claims, challenges anonymous critics over ‘lies’ By Taylor Herzlich Published May 28, 2026, 4:09 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold denied claims that he “bullied” colleagues in a new statement, though he acknowledged that he might have “pushed hard and challenged people directly.” Earlier this week, BP announced Manifold’s departure “with immediate effect” following a unanimous board vote over “serious concerns” including governance oversight and conduct issues. Several media reports alleged Manifold had acted abusively toward colleagues.
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