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06 June 2025
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Six new Member Directors have been chosen to help lead the Association and represent the interests of BPCA members at the highest level.
01 October 2024
Jon Blount is looking for help with a research project. Here he explains what it is and how pest controllers can get involved.
30 September 2024
HM Treasury plan to introduce vehicle excise duty (VED) for electric vehicles, including cars, vans and motorcycles, from April 2025.
Logistics UK has received some information about the phase-out dates for the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles to 2030.
BPCA has won a highly commended award for ‘member support’ at the 2024 Memcom excellence awards.
25 September 2024
Guardian Legionella Services has bought Descale and Chlorination Services Ltd (DCS) in a move that strengthens the legionella division of Orkin UK.
24 September 2024
BPCA members can now get enhanced van and car leasing offers from EasyLeasing.
23 September 2024
BPCA has released EDI guidance for pest management companies.
20 September 2024
A series of events designed specifically for the large number of international delegates are to be held at PestWorld 2024.
British Pest Control Association is pleased to officially be a full member of the Memcom community.
19 September 2024
Find out how BPCA engages with the press to reach the public on behalf of the pest management sector.
12 September 2024
The 2024 National Pest Awards winners were announced at an awards ceremony in London.The 2024 National Pest Awards winners were announced at an awards ceremony in London.
11 September 2024
PRESS RELEASE Killgerm France is proud to announce the acquisition of its state-of-the-art operations centre in Saint Georges de Reneins.
02 September 2024
Killgerm Group announces a new appointment for Killgerm Scandinavia.
28 August 2024
PRESS RELEASE Early bird registration for PestWorld 2024 ends on September 6, offering international delegates a $50 discount.
PRESS RELEASE JG Pest Control, a specialized domestic pest control provider, has been acquired by Vergo Pest Management Ltd
21 August 2024
Pest Solutions has announced several new hires as the business continues growing across the UK.
Dell Technologies has a series of deals available for BPCA members in its Back-to-School sale.
20 August 2024
Contego Environmental Services has announced the appointment of Holly White as the company’s new Managing Director.
14 August 2024
Albany Pest Control has appointed Graeme Cleland as its new managing director following the retirement of Robin Paradise.
08 August 2024
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Stuart Blair from Graham Pest Control attended the first Rodent Academy in Cambridge, Massachusetts, sharing insights from his career in pest management and his trip.
The Wild Animal Welfare Conference highlighted the alignment between pest management and animal welfare, emphasizing the importance of integrating humane practices into wildlife management and balancing animal welfare with public health risks.
Opinion: Managing pests is essential for comfort and survival, with strategies varying significantly between urban and rural areas due to their unique challenges and advantages.
07 August 2024
Dr. Alan Buckle, Nigel Cheeseright, and Martin Cobbald discuss CRRU UK's origins, its regulatory role, membership, and upcoming training requirements for 2026.
BPCA is starting a mini Fantasy Premier League the whole pest control sector can join in with. Entry costs £5, and 100% of the fee will support the Trussell Trust foodbank charity.
02 May 2025
BPCA has committed to developing new Level 3 pest management qualifications as part of a new industry qualification framework.
24 March 2025
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26 June 2025
BPCA is looking for volunteers to join two working groups, to help develop new qualifications for the future framework.
Press release: BASF, has launched its second annual mental health survey, continuing its mission to better understand and support the wellbeing of pest controllers across the UK.
To mark World Pest Day on 6 June, British Pest Control Association handed over our social media platforms to the real heroes of the industry—frontline pest technicians.
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