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01 September 2025
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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.
25 November 2024
Orkin UK has appointed Steve Beard to the newly created role of head of health, safety and compliance.
22 November 2024
Press release: Killgerm Group is proud to announce an important investment in the organisational structure of their UK operations.
Press release: US-based Rollins Inc, best known for its subsidiary pest control brand, Orkin, finalised the acquisition of London-based Beaver Pest Control.
13 November 2024
A mouse intestine, neurons in a rat brain and water fleas all scooped top places in Nikon’s 50th annual Small World Photomicrography Competition.
11 November 2024
Press release: The new annual Pest Management Crossword Book by BPCA Consultant memebr Veritas Pest Consultancy has been launched.
We're carrying out essential system upgrades, which may cause some disruptions.
08 November 2024
Shop the year's biggest sale and take advantage of limited time deals, alongside your BPCA member discount.
06 November 2024
CRRU UK confirms that from 2026, sellers of professional-use rodenticides will only accept two forms of proof of competence at the point of sale.
05 November 2024
Records were broken when the professional pest management industry from around the globe gathered at PestWorld 2024 in Denver, Colorado.
31 October 2024
Press release: London Network for Pest Solutions has won a second national award from the Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) Awards.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves released the long-awaited autumn budget plans yesterday. We've put together a wrap-up of how those changes might affect pest businesses.
Press release: PestFix is excited to share their 2025 Academy training lineup, tailored to help pest control professionals stay ahead with skills and knowledge.
29 October 2024
Gardeners across the UK are being urged to look at protecting their plots from public health pests this autumn, says BPCA.
Living Wage Foundation is increasing the real Living Wage rates, a voluntary rate paid by employers across the UK.
Press release: Advion Ant and Advion Cockroach from Syngenta are now certified for use in food handling facilities.
Press release: Veritas Pest Consultancy are delighted to announce a new person has been added to the team.
28 October 2024
In this video, Dave Archer from DKA Pest Control gives us the lowdown on grey squirrel control.
In this video, Avril Turner from Killgerm Chemicals talks about pest activity; what to look for and how to interpret those signs.
In this video, Richard Moseley from Syngenta talks about ant colonies and how to control them.
In this video, BPCA Professional Development Officer John Horsley gives an update on the pest control qualification framework proposal.
21 October 2024
In this guest blog post, Kiwa Independent Pest Consultancy gives businesses outside the pest control industry tips on how to manage a pest control contract.
18 October 2024
As a BPCA member, you get access to stackable discounts on desktops, laptops, servers, accessories and more with Dell.
15 October 2024
A consultation is open concerning the future of pest management qualifications.
14 October 2024
Press release: BASF relaunches rodenticide brand Neosorexa with a new improved active.
11 October 2024
The UK government’s new Employment Rights Bill introduces significant reforms designed to improve working conditions, enhance job security, and support both businesses and workers.
27 August 2025
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.
18 August 2025
The HSE is holding a public consultation on renewing anticoagulant rodenticides under the GB Biocidal Products Regulation
08 September 2025
From 20 October 2025, Google will be introducing a single Google Verified badge across all Local Services Ads, replacing the current range of labels
On 5 September 2025, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a sweeping reshuffle across the government, including new appointments at Defra and the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.
03 September 2025
BPCA is inviting members to volunteer for its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Working Group.
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