Group Executive Committee

Chief Executive (age 56)

Appointed Chief Executive in October 2000, having been appointed to the Board in February 1997.

Skills and experience:

Frank joined British Gas plc in November 1996 as Managing Director, Exploration and Production. He is an engineer and has worked in the oil and gas industry for 35 years. Prior to joining the Group, he spent a total of 22 years with
Shell and BP.

External appointments:

No external director appointments.

Membership Group Executive Committees

• Exploration and Appraisal*
• Investment
• Group Performance
• Reserves

* Committee Chairman