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29 January 2026
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The professional pest management industry is entering a key period of change. As standards rise, the need for a clear, credible and practical career pathway has never been more important.
19 February 2026
Press release: In an industry where people often work alone and under pressure, mental wellbeing can be overlooked - but Pest Minds is changing that.
Press release: Insectram, a UK-based leader in integrated pest management (IPM) software, is set to demonstrate its latest AI-driven innovations at PestEx 2026.
BPCA is working with the Department for Work and Pensions to encourage pest management businesses to take part in the Government’s new Youth Guarantee scheme.
Press release: This March, Pelsis UK is turning up the heat at PestEx - and we’re bringing innovation that actually earns its place on your site.
Press release: Visit stand 1 at PestEx to talk to Barrettine about Romax Venom Lipogel.
Press release: ORMA, a trusted and influential presence in the field of pest control and environmental hygiene, will be at PestEx 2026 this March.
HSE has published their plans for reforms to post-Brexit chemical regulations. Many of BPCA’s proposals have been adopted.
Press release: This year, there's a new sheriff in town. Razzle is riding into London Excel with Lodi's boldest theme yet - Wild, Wild Pest.
Press release: At Stand 115, Enviroguard will present a series of breakthrough products that combine intelligent automation, environmentally responsible design, and real-world effectiveness.
Press release: PestFix is exhibiting at PestEx with a clear focus on the future of pest control, where connected technology, data and prevention are transforming how pest professionals operate.
18 February 2026
Press release: To mark their 36th birthday, MouseStop will be offering a 36% discount on their rodent infestation solution for PestEx delegates.
All international pest professionals are invited to PestWorld 2026, to be held in Texas this October.
17 February 2026
BPCA has launched BPCA Insider, a new WhatsApp community noticeboard designed to give members and volunteers quick, direct updates from the Association.
16 February 2026
Check out the programme for the Global Public Health and Food Safety Summit to run on 4-5 June at the Nina Hotel, Tsuen Wan, West Hong Kong.
BPCA was proud to attend BRCGS Connect Europe 2026, Europe’s food and product safety conference, held on 12–13 February at County Hall, Southbank, London.
05 February 2026
Press release: With its advanced solutions Mosquitorex and the innovative Moskyp device, Newpharm sets a new benchmark in larval mosquito management.
Press release: Technicide is excited to exhibit at PestEx 2026 and connect with pest management professionals across the UK.
Press release: Visit Zapi SpA at Stand 27A to explore the full IPM, rodenticide and insecticide portfolio.
Press release: Meeting recognised health and safety standards is essential for demonstrating professionalism, competence, and readiness to work with clients across the UK.
02 February 2026
Sponsored. The pest control industry is changing fast. AI, smart traps and digital monitoring are no longer “nice to have” – they’re quickly becoming essential.
Michael Dunbar, Technical Manager at Killgerm, shares real-world lessons from years of field biology inspections in some of the UK’s most complex sites.
BPCA has launched a new member benefit in partnership with Insectram, giving members exclusive discounts and hands-on support with a digital platform built specifically for professional pest management businesses.
28 January 2026
The UK government has announced a major expansion of its AI Skills Boost programme , making free, practical AI training available to every adult in the country.
27 January 2026
Press release: Insect Light Trap expert, Tom Holmes, has joined Inovus as their new Technical Director.
BPCA is taking the fight against pests in rented properties to Northern Ireland, responding to proposals to update the Decent Homes Standard, which applies to social housing.
08 January 2026
The Draft United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020 (Exclusions from Market Access Principles: Glue Traps) Regulations 2025 cleared an important hurdle yesterday.
22 February 2026
Press release: Merlin Environmental is delighted to return to PestEx 2026, the UK's premier pest management exhibition. Join us at Stand 80!
Press release: Yanco Ltd is a UK based manufacturer of insect control products exhibiting at PestEx in London.
Press release: At PestEx 2026, DEBUXX shows how pest management companies can drastically reduce administrative workload through intelligent automation.
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