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15 December 2025
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In this video, Rosina Robson, Chief Executive of the British Pest Control Association, reflects on a year of momentum, challenge and progress for the Association.
22 February 2022
Press release: First-time PestEx exhibitors Andermatt UK will be showcasing the InsectoSec Tape biocide at London ExCeL in March.
18 February 2022
BPCA is thrilled to announce that PestExtra won event of the year at the Trade Association Forum Best Practice Awards.
Press release: New PGH Beegone franchise has begun trading in Solihull, Redditch and the surrounding areas this week.
17 February 2022
With more sites asking for fly-catch and rodent activity analysis as part of their contracts, BPCA has produced two easy-to-use templates for members.
Rodenticide effectiveness could be “hit or miss” in parts of the UK due to the unknown resistance status of rat and mouse populations, according to CRRU.
16 February 2022
Press release: Sean Loakes has been appointed as Syngenta Professional Solutions Technical Manager for the UK and Ireland.
11 February 2022
Press release: BPCA member company Cleankill Pest Control has been helping to clean up the famous clock tower in Brighton’s Preston Park.
09 February 2022
Press release: PestFix intends to promote it's new and growing range of branded products at the pest management show in London this March.
Press release: London Network for Pest Solutions (LNPS) marked five years since being launched with a team get-together in East London.
Press release: Pest control product manufacturer Rat Trap UK will be exhibiting at the pest management show in London this March.
Press release: Pest control product manufacturer Hockley International are inviting you to come see them at their stand at PestEx this March.
07 February 2022
Press release: Lodi UK's Shelly Knight tells us why PestEx: the pest management show is one of the top events in her pest control calendar.
Press release: BPCA member Contego are pleased to announce they have achieved UKAS ISO certification across three standards.
It's National "Sickie" Day so here are some top tips from BPCA Business Shield for employers on managing sickness absence.
04 February 2022
In this video, BPCA's John Horsley will explore how legislation is structured and key pieces of legislation for pest control.
02 February 2022
Press release: Tricking a beetle that is devastating ash trees in many parts of the world into thinking there is love in the air could be hugely beneficial to the forestry industry.
01 February 2022
Press release: Devon-based Jones and Son launch their new Defender Thistle Bird Spikes and will feature the product on their stand at PestEx this March.
Press release: Orkin, a subsidiary pest control brand of US-based Rollins Inc, finalised the acquisition of Enfield-based Integrated Pest Management Ltd (IPM) before Christmas.
In this video, BPCA's John Horsley gives a presentation on bed bug biology, behaviour and control.
In this video, Edialux's John Stewart talks about how to manage Stored Product Insect infestations.
In this video, Wade Environmental's Alex Wade talks about the IPM farm: what is it, what does it do and why should you be interested?
In this video, Jim Magner from National Highways talks about the Driving for Better Business scheme and how it can help those who organise drivers as part of their business.
28 January 2022
Press release: BPCA member BASF Pest Control Solutions is set to return to PestEx in March 2022 to exhibit its portfolio of innovative solutions to the pest control industry.
27 January 2022
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced significant changes to the rules for all types of road users from 29 January.
26 January 2022
Industry stalwart Phil Nye has retired after 20 years with BPCA member Cleankill.
25 November 2025
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.
01 September 2025
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.
17 December 2025
The Employment Rights Act passed its final stages in the House of Lords on Monday, 15 December 2025. Here is what you need to know.
The BPCA Member Award winners were announced at the festive special Digital Forum on 17 December 2025.
16 December 2025
British Pest Control Association offices will be closed for the holiday period and will reopen in the new year.
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