All the latest news stories from around the world of pest control, including all the latest company, people, product, events, training and legislation updates.
29 October 2026
Latest news
Featured
Nobody deserves to live with a pest infestation. Sharing what you’ve seen in people’s homes can help BPCA secure stronger, workable protections for residents.
07 September 2026
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.
02 September 2026
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust are looking for volunteers to help take part in a dung beetle project, as part of rewilding efforts at Allestree Park in Derby.
27 August 2026
BPCA is helping Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) staff and organisations supporting young people to better understand the career opportunities available in professional pest management.
26 August 2026
British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has announced the Society of Food Hygiene and Technology (SOFHT) as the first strategic partner for PestAware Summit 2027.
Worker wasps are leaving their nests and feasting on fermented fruit that can cause them to cause them to become inebriated and more likely to sting, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
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.
10 August 2026
Press release: Syngenta has appointed Jake Braithwaite to the role of Technical Manager for professional pest management (PPM) in the UK and Ireland.
31 July 2026
If you are one of the many international delegates planning to attend PestWorld 2026 and haven't yet registered – don’t delay!
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.
BPCA has announced a new stakeholder conference for 2027, alongside PPC Live on tour dates
29 July 2026
Identifying ants found indoors is vital to ensure an effective solution to the problem, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
Natural England has announced changes to its wildlife licensing application and reporting forms, with new digital services launching from 3 August 2026.
24 July 2026
BPCA is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for four awards for our work around recruitment, public awareness and PestEx.
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.
21 July 2026
BPCA is pleased to be shortlisted in three separate categories at the Association Excellence Awards (AEA).
14 July 2026
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has confirmed that the second phase of Awaab’s Law, which includes pest management, will enter into force on 30 November 2026.
09 July 2026
BPCA is urging members to stay alert following reports of suspicious emails targeting pest management companies.
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.
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.
Press release: PestWorld 2026 is to be held between 20-23 October 2026 in Texas, USA.
One of the original founders of Cleankill Pest Control is retiring, after building the company into one of the South East’s leading pest control businesses.
BCC is proud to support the launch of the Breaking Barriers Bursary, a new initiative from the Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners.
09 November 2026
We’re looking for up to five small and medium-sized BPCA servicing member companies to feature in a short documentary that shows the people behind professional pest management.
03 November 2026
Press release: With rodents accounting for 48% of PGM & Son’s recorded pest activity in Herefordshire during 2025, the BPCA member has launched a public awareness campaign.
02 November 2026
Natural England is inviting pest professionals to take part in a user survey for General Licences.
Joining the Affiliate Scheme will give you free online access to essential industry information, the BPCA website, technical and educational documentation, CPD and training tools.
Join for free today
Write for BPCA
Do you have an idea for an article and would like to contribute?
Get in touch
Register for your local Forum
FREE to attend
Learn, share and connect with pest professionals from across your area for a full day of networking and hands-on training.
Register for free
PPC123
Download our latest issue of PPC Magazine.
Read it now