Albert Manifold, the recently ousted chair of BP, has issued a statement denying allegations of bullying and misconduct during his leadership. He highlighted his efforts to set a positive example by making his own coffee and using public transport while working from a modest office. Manifold argued that his focus on enhancing shareholder interests and driving necessary changes within BP, which he felt lacked strategic cohesion, may have been misinterpreted as being overly aggressive. He refuted the characterization of his conduct, pointing out that no concerns were directly raised with him during his chairmanship. As the situation unfolds, legal action appears imminent, with Manifold considering a lawsuit against BP for lost compensation and damage to his reputation, while BP stands firm on its duty of care to employees.