SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 6-K
Report of Foreign Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
for the period ended 01 February 2008
BP p.l.c.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)
1 ST JAMES'S SQUARE, LONDON, SW1Y 4PD, ENGLAND
(Address of principal executive offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual
reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
Form 20-F |X| Form 40-F
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information
contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the
Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of
1934.
Yes No |X|
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February 1, 2008
DAVID ALLEN TO RETIRE FROM BP
The board of BP today announced that Dr David Allen will retire from BP at the
end of March, 2008. He will stand down as a director at the same time after five
years on the board.
Since 2000 Dr Allen has been group chief of staff with accountability for
strategy, planning, communication, and technology.
BP chairman Peter Sutherland said: "In a distinguished 30-year career with BP,
David has made a significant contribution to the success of the Group in many
key areas, most particularly in shaping and applying corporate strategy. We will
greatly miss his intellect, his insight, and his humanity."
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
BP p.l.c.
(Registrant)
Dated: 01 February 2008 /s/ D. J. PEARL
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D. J. PEARL
Deputy Company Secretary