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09 December 2025

Flipping the script with iX5 Pest Control

Matt O’Donnell, Director of iX5 Environmental Services, shares his experience of a BPCA assessment, highlighting preparation, constructive discussions and how the process supports members in strengthening compliance and professional practice.

09 December 2025

From cybersecurity to pest control: how curiosity and community shaped Squeak-a-boo

Somerset-based pest controller Matthew Arnold, owner of Squeak-a-boo Pest Control, talked to PPC magazine about career changes, award recognition and stumbling upon opportunities.

09 December 2025

Onboarding success with BPCA

Karen Dawes, BPCA Training and Development Manager, outlines how BPCA’s structured onboarding programme supports new pest technicians, highlighting one recruit’s progression from beginner to confident, competent professional.

09 December 2025

BPCA shortlisted for 2026 TAF Awards

BPCA is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted in five categories at the Trade Association Forum (TAF) Best Practice Awards 2026.

08 December 2025

How to avoid catching flu, Covid-19 and other respiratory illnesses this winter

UK Health Security Agency has published some advice on avoiding the worst of the winter bugs this year.

04 December 2025

The Manchester Cleaning Show returns for 2026

Pest controllers are invited to the Manchester Cleaning Show, the UK’s second-largest cleaning and hygiene trade event in February 2026.

04 December 2025

BCC urges sector organisations to act to help stamp out modern slavery

The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has urged its member associations and organisations across the cleaning, hygiene and FM sector to take action on modern slavery. 

27 November 2025

BPCA briefing on the Autumn Budget 2025 and what it means for pest management

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has this week delivered her Autumn Budget Statement to Parliament (26 November 2025).

26 November 2025

Top tips for winter driving

Driving in winter conditions can be dangerous, so BPCA have put together some tips for pest controllers to stay safe on the roads when out on the job.

25 November 2025

New social housing reporting checklist template to help pest technicians support landlords under Awaab’s Law

BPCA members can now access a new Social Housing Reporting Checklist in the BPCA Member Library, designed to make it easier for technicians to record and report potential hazards when working in social housing properties.

25 November 2025

Raccoons remain on watchlist following Cornwall sighting

Experts at national trade body, British Pest Control Association (BPCA) are continuing to keep a watching brief on the expansion of raccoons across Europe after lone raccoon was spotted roaming gardens in Gwennap, Cornwall.

25 November 2025

BPCA responds to Scottish Parliament’s Good Food Nation proposals

BPCA has been working to ensure professional pest management stays firmly on the radar of MSPs, following a call for views from the Rural Affairs and Islands Committee. 

25 November 2025

Lighting at work guidance from HSE

Pest controllers often work in environments with poor lighting conditions. This guidance is designed to help manage the risks attributed to poor lighting.

25 November 2025

HSE publishes annual workplace health and safety statistics

HSE has published the latest statistics on work-related health and safety in Great Britain.

19 November 2025

Tyro Group Expands to the USA with Acquisition of EnviroSMART

Tyro Group is proud to announce the acquisition of EnviroSMART Multifamily Pest Solutions, a leading environmental and pest control provider based in the United States.

19 November 2025

PestWorld 2025 breaks all records

Pest management professionals from across the world came together in record numbers for PestWorld 2025.

10 November 2025

BPCA picks up accolade at Association Excellence Awards 2025

BPCA was delighted to be recognised at the Association Excellence Awards for our work on membership engagement.

31 October 2025

VIDEO: Consumer vulnerability: recognising the signs, reducing the risks with Louise Baxter MBE

Louise Baxter MBE, Head of the National Trading Standards Scams Team and Non-Executive Director at TrustMark, explores what consumer vulnerability really means in 2025 and how it affects the work you do every day.

31 October 2025

VIDEO: Duty of care: an employer’s guide | BPCA Quest HR support

In this clear and practical session, Hema Mistry, Head of Service at Quest, breaks down what every business owner needs to understand about their legal and moral responsibilities towards staff.

31 October 2025

VIDEO: How we support our colleagues at Pelsis

SPONSORED. In this session, Sophie Thorogood, Technical Training Manager at Pelsis, shares how the business is leading the way in supporting staff wellbeing across its UK sites.

31 October 2025

VIDEO: Pest Minds: Is mental health the employer's responsibility?

Anna Mollins, founder of Pest Minds, explores how pest control companies of every size can create mentally healthy workplaces.

30 October 2025

BPCA launch new careers hub, video and Open Doors Charter

Rosina Robson shares how the Association’s new pestcareers.org.uk hub, recruitment film, Open Doors Charter and social media campaign are helping to attract a more diverse, skilled and inspired workforce into pest management.

29 October 2025

GUIDANCE: Using wildlife cameras in customer premises - staying ethical, legal and professional

When cameras are placed inside homes or commercial buildings, pest professionals step into an area covered by strict privacy and data protection laws. Misusing a camera, even unintentionally, could put your company at risk of breaching the UK’s data

29 October 2025

Government guidance on Awaab’s Law issued for social landlords

On 27 October 2025, Awaab’s Law entered into force. Applying to social landlords, their tenants are now protected against emergency hazards and significant damp and mould hazards.

24 October 2025

Inside PelGar’s Telford Laboratory

PRESS RELEASE: At the heart of PelGar International’s technical operations lies the Telford Laboratory, a hub of scientific excellence where chemistry meets biology.

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25 November 2025

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BPCA responds to Scottish Parliament’s Good Food Nation proposals

BPCA has been working to ensure professional pest management stays firmly on the radar of MSPs, following a call for views from the Rural Affairs and Islands Committee. 

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01 September 2025

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Policy Watch: New rules on wages, contracts and vehicles explained

Rosina Robson, Chief Executive of the British Pest Control Association (BPCA), outlines key policy changes on the horizon that could affect pest management companies and technicians.

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27 August 2025

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BPCA challenges failings in glue trap legislation 

BPCA has stepped up its campaign to fix the Glue Traps (Offences) Act 2022 after new undercover footage showed retailers still selling and advising on the illegal use of glue traps. 

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09 December 2025

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Remote monitoring is the answer! But what is the question?

As pest managers look to incorporate more technology into treatment plans, Tom Holmes, of Tom Holmes Consulting, shares some of his thoughts on the benefits of remote monitoring and how we can sell these services to clients.

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09 December 2025

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Debate: Behavioural resistance in rats and mice

Our experts examine behavioural resistance in rodents and stress the need for adaptable methods, good site hygiene and informed, evidence-based control as avoidance behaviours become more common.

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09 December 2025

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Flipping the script with iX5 Pest Control

Matt O’Donnell, Director of iX5 Environmental Services, shares his experience of a BPCA assessment, highlighting preparation, constructive discussions and how the process supports members in strengthening compliance and professional practice.

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