The oil major’s board is likely to face conflicting pressures from shareholders against a backdrop of confusion and uncertainty for investors.

A total of 28 county councillors will not be standing for re-election in County Durham. The poll will take place on May 1 and will decide the authority’s political future for the next four years.

Four children from County Durham are set to play a key role in the Royal Maundy service this Thursday (April 17).