Whether you're a pest management professional or interest in public health pest control, take a look at our latest pest news, advice and features from around the UK.
23 June 2026
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Emma Turnbull at the Bat Conservation Trust, explains why bats matter, how they use buildings, and what pest professionals need to consider when carrying out work where bats may be present.
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14 September 2026
BPCA joined representatives from across the UK chemicals sector at a parliamentary reception last week, using the opportunity to discuss regulation and maintaining access to effective professional pest management products.
07 September 2026
Scotland’s version of Awaab’s Law will soon come into force, initially applying to mould and damp.
BPCA members and their teams can get 40% off tickets for Simprosium 2026, taking place in London on 22-23 September.
Pest management businesses across South and West Wales are being invited to help shape potential future NHS Wales pest management contracts.
25 August 2026
BPCA is developing its network of specialist associate trainers to help meet growing demand for professional pest management training across the UK.
A system for digital waste tracking is being rolled out across the UK to tackle waste crime and make reporting easier.
19 August 2026
UCL are asking pest professionals to contribute to a citizen science project investigating what wasps choose to eat throughout the summer.
Lead ammunition rules are changing, and pest professionals who use rifles, shotguns or air weapons need to understand what that means in practice.
03 August 2026
BPCA and the wider chemicals industry were represented at the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM).
30 July 2026
Andy Burnham became the new Prime Minister on 20 July. With him, a new Cabinet has been appointed. BPCA has written to the PM and key members of his Cabinet.
As greater public attention has fallen on hunting and the use of dogs, BPCA is asking pest professionals to share their experiences with using working dogs.
29 July 2026
Natural England has announced changes to its wildlife licensing application and reporting forms, with new digital services launching from 3 August 2026.
27 July 2026
BPCA’s Fantasy Premier League is back for the 2026/27 season, giving everyone working in pest management the chance to compete, claim the bragging rights and raise money for a good cause.
23 July 2026
Scott Gammon has been appointed as the new managing director of Orkin UK.
22 July 2026
OCS has announced plans to acquire Mitie in a deal that would bring together two major facilities management businesses.
10 July 2026
In this guest webinar, Dr Mike Ayers will guide you through a forensic mindset for pest control in food-handling and allied environments.
07 July 2026
Members can now download a new client guidance template from the member library to help residents raise ongoing pest issues with their local councillor.
29 June 2026
BPCA’s Future of Pest Management survey highlights growing resistance challenges, changing rodenticide use, emerging technologies, and strong support for professional regulation.
Bee management experts discuss balancing public safety and pollinator protection through education, responsible removals, and professional bee-handling practices.
Bee disease awareness and biosecurity guidance helps pest professionals identify disease risks, protect honeybee populations, and manage bee removals responsibly.
Dr Sophie Wulff explores climate change, invasive species, scent science and AI-driven detection transform pest-control.
BPCA has suggested four new policies that would help to support members and ensure the long-term sustainability of the sector.
CEPA has reported a busy year of advocacy, professionalisation and international work, with 2025 marking the European association’s 50th anniversary.
BPCA’s No Small Matter report has made a strong impression since its launch, helping to put the value of professional pest management in front of government, policymakers, allied organisations and the wider sector.
30 June 2026
Veritas Pest Consultancy are conducting a new and innovative project that is tackling a long-seated cockroach and bed bug infestation in a 22-story block of flats in Wolverhampton.
02 June 2026
An independent report commissioned by BPCA reveals the economic and social value of professional pest control in the UK.
24 February 2026
While no new consultation has yet been launched, proposals to align shotgun licensing more closely with rifle controls could have serious implications for pest professionals who rely on shotguns for legitimate, professional use.
15 September 2026
The winners of the National Pest Awards, hosted by Pest magazine, were announced at a ceremony in London last week.
Press release: Rentokil Pest Control has been named Pest Business of the Year at the 2026 NPAs, an event that celebrates the people and businesses driving excellence across the UK pest control industry.
A series of events designed specifically for the large number of international delegates are to be held at PestWorld 2026.
The BPCA catalogue of the most common public health and nuisance pests has been created to enable members of the public to make an educated choice when considering pest control.
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