Why was Albert Manifold ousted as BP chairman, and how did he respond to the dismissal?

BP cited 'conduct and governance issues' as the reasons for Albert Manifold's ouster as chairman. Manifold disputed BP's version of events and stated he would not let this 'false narrative' go unchallenged.

Which law firm did Albert Manifold hire after his removal, and what is notable about that firm's prior involvement with BP?

Albert Manifold hired the law firm Mishcon de Reya after his ouster. Notably, Mishcon de Reya had previously been hired by climate activist group Follow This in its dispute with BP over the energy firm's exclusion of its resolution from the agenda at BP's April annual general meeting.

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