Rose Petroleum plc announced that following six years as Chairman of the company, the Rt Hon Earl of Kilmorey PC, will be retiring and is stepping down from the Board of Directors at the end of the year. The Board wish to record their appreciation for his invaluable contribution to the Company. Rose will look to appoint a new Chairman who will fit well with its North American oil and gas operations.

Philip Jeffcock, currently a non-Executive Director will stand in as interim Chairman from year end.