RE: RNS out6 Jul 2018 08:13
Angus Energy announces today that, following the recent PDMR disclosures, Jonathan Tidswell-Pretorius has stepped down as the Company's Chairman with immediate effect, in conjunction with which, Mr. Tidswell-Pretorius will no longer serve as a Director of the Company.
Cameron Buchanan, currently a Non-Executive Director, has agreed to serve as Acting Non-Executive Chairman with immediate effect.
Mr. Tidswell-Pretorius will continue to work for the Company as its non- Board Operations Director, responsible for progressing all the Company's oil & gas operations.
Per the Company RNS of 3 July 18, the Board will continue its investigation into the potential violation of any relevant regulations in addition to the Company's Share Dealing Code which was not complied with in this case. Pending the results of this investigation, if completely exonerated, Angus Energy will consider re-appointing Mr. Tidswell-Pretorius to the Board as an Executive Director. The Company will update the market in due course.
The Company understands that Mr Tidswell-Pretorius is taking legal advice in relation to his rights in connection with the transfer of his shares.
Included below is the PDMR disclosure as required by Article 19 of the EU Market Abuse Regulation.
Acting Non-Executive Chairman Cameron Buchanan said, 'Angus Energy takes these circumstances and all matters of corporate governance seriously. It is our solemn duty to act on behalf of our shareholders at all times. The Board has complete confidence in Paul Vonk to lead the Company forward and that he will continue to be supported by Mr. Tidswell-Pretorius during this particularly exciting period for our operations."