Notification in accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.14R

In conformity with Listing Rule 9.6.14R the Company notifies the market that it has been informed that Charles Watson, a non-executive director of the Company, has resigned from his position as non-executive director of JSOC Bashneft.

There are no further matters to be disclosed under LR 9.6.14R.

For further information, please contact:

Susanna Freeman
Company Secretary
Tel: + 44 (0)20 7901 7826

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