Association

16 August 2021

HSE accept BPCA as UK REACH Accredited Stakeholder

HSE has accepted BPCA to represent professional pest management’s interests in UK REACH and chemical regulation as an Accredited Stakeholder Organisation (ASO).

BPCA accepted as UK Reach stakeholders

HSE acts as the Agency for UK REACH. REACH stands for Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals.

UK REACH applies to the majority of chemical substances, including biocides used by pest professionals.

Accredited status means BPCA can be involved in consultations, calls for evidence and participate in specific meetings and activities that other organisations can’t. 

BPCA Chief Exec, Ian Andrew, said:

“Members have raised concerns about how chemical regulation, product labelling and post-Brexit changes might affect their work.

“We hope by working closely with HSE and making member’s thoughts heard at the highest levels, we can ensure regulation works in the interest of public health.

“In exchange for sharing our expertise, we’ll gain access to an important government department whose actions can directly impact our toolkit”.

An introductory meeting is planned for early autumn. 

More about UK REACH

What should be on the agenda?

If you want to contribute anything to the discussions regarding chemical regulation, let us know!

hello@bpca.org.uk 

Source:

Highlights View all news

06 June 2025

Latest news

Results are in: meet your new BPCA Board representatives 2025

Six new Member Directors have been chosen to help lead the Association and represent the interests of BPCA members at the highest level.

Read more

29 May 2025

Latest news

VOTING OPENS in BPCA member elections - 13 candidates stand for SIX places on BPCA Board

Voting has officially opened in the BPCA Member Elections 2025, with 13 nominees standing for SIX open seats on the Executive Board.

Read more

15 May 2025

Latest news

Join the BPCA Executive Board: Put yourself forward now

BPCA is on the lookout for new Executive Board Directors to help shape the future of the Association.

Read more
Latest View all news

06 June 2025

Latest news

Results are in: meet your new BPCA Board representatives 2025

Six new Member Directors have been chosen to help lead the Association and represent the interests of BPCA members at the highest level.

Read more

05 June 2025

Latest news

New flashcards alert! Veritas release new pest ID cards

Press release: Following the success of the insect ID flashcards, Veritas Pest Consultancy have released vertebrate flashcards - with bonus rodent droppings!

Read more

29 May 2025

Latest news

VOTING OPENS in BPCA member elections - 13 candidates stand for SIX places on BPCA Board

Voting has officially opened in the BPCA Member Elections 2025, with 13 nominees standing for SIX open seats on the Executive Board.

Read more