The Company announces that Professor Christopher Green has stood down from the Board of Regal Petroleum plc. Professor Green feels that he is unable to dedicate the time required of an Executive member of the Board. The Company will continue to seek an alternative candidate for this position.

Dr. Rex Gaisford has confirmed his commitment to the Board as Director of Production.

The Board remains committed to its actions as stated in the announcement dated 19 May 2005 and the restoration of shareholder value.

For further information, please contact:

Regal Tel: 020 7408 9500
Frank Timis, Executive Chairman
Roger Phillips, Finance Director
   
Buchanan Communications Tel: 020 7466 5000
Bobby Morse / Ben Willey