Latest News from BPCA

25 March 2025

Cleankill signs up to Armed Forces Covenant

Press release: After discussions with ex-services employees, Cleankill Pest Control has signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant - a promise to support the Armed Forces community.

25 March 2025

Fill out the TrustMark Registered Businesses survey for a chance to win

TrustMark are currently running our annual Registered Business Survey and we want BPCA members to take part.

25 March 2025

Pelsis launch new range of sustainable LED fly control solutions

Press release: Pelsis Group, global manufacturer and supplier of pest control solutions, has launched the Halo LED range.

25 March 2025

New company size thresholds from April 2025: Lower reporting burdens for UK businesses

On 6 April 2025, updates will be introduced to reflect inflation, ensuring smaller businesses benefit from reduced regulations.

25 March 2025

Programme for ICUP 2025 announced

The International Conference on Urban Pests is taking place in Sweden this year and the full agenda is now available.

24 March 2025

Professional Pest Controller issue 118 (PPC118) out now

PPC118 is out now and packed full of great content.

21 March 2025

Pests in the press: October to December 2024

Our regular PPC magazine feature, taking a look at public relations and how BPCA works with the press to educate the public about pest awareness.

21 March 2025

Pests in politics: March 2025

Stay up-to-date with all things pest in the UK Parliament and devolved administrations. PPC helps keep you firmly in the loop.

21 March 2025

Ask the technical team: March 2025

In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk bee species, feral pigeons, bait consumption and pest risk assessments.

21 March 2025

Opinion: Honey bee relocation

In this article, Simon Spratley, Bounty Pest Control and BPCA BeeWise, talks about the pros and cons of rehoming honey bees. 

21 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: Pollination: the facts

As part of PPC118's Bee Special issue, BPCA put together some interesting facts on pollination.

21 March 2025

How staff who drive for work could be putting your business at risk

In this PPC118 article, Driving for Better Business talk about the importance of safe driving for work and their free policy builder tool to help organisations

17 March 2025

Building a bee-saving business model with Eradikil

Shane-Daniel North talks to PPC magazine about his passion for bees, conservation and helping those who are disadvantaged with pest control problems

14 March 2025

Opinion: Professional standards in pest control don’t go far enough

In PPC118, Adrian Gough of Pest Risk Management Group, talks about the upcoming CRRU proof of competence requirements

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024

A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2024

14 March 2025

President's Report 2024

In Chris Cagienard's President's Report from the BPCA Annual Report 2024, he talks about culture, policy and building relationships

14 March 2025

BPCA Committee Reports 2024

In PPC118, the Chairs of BPCA's various Committees update readers on the work they've been doing in 2024

14 March 2025

BPCA Treasurer’s Report 2024

Mark Williams, BPCA's Treasurer, gives his report on the Association's finances in 2024

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024 - They work for you

The BPCA Executive Board is the governing body of the Association. Take a look at your current Exec Board and their role in shaping BPCA this year

14 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: 2024 in numbers

Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2024 annual report

14 March 2025

PPC Live 2025 showguide out now

Welcome to the PPC Live showguide: the trade show designed for pest management professionals to keep up with the latest and greatest things happening in the sector.

13 March 2025

Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread

Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.

13 March 2025

TrustMark appoints new Chief Operating Officer

TrustMark, the UK’s only Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in and around the home, announces the appointment of Charlotte Carter as its new COO.

13 March 2025

World class programme for PestWorld East 2025

A world class programme, featuring speakers, researchers, exhibitors and industry experts from across the globe, has been drawn together for PestWorld East 2025.

12 March 2025

LNPS talk balancing growth with customer service

Press release: LNPS Managing Director Paul Cooper explains how LNPS places a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction.

12 March 2025

Syngenta: Get close to the action for ant control

Press release: As spring temperatures start to rise, Syngenta Technical Manager, Sean Loakes talks problematic ants and how pest controllers can increase their chances of an effective treatment.

11 March 2025

Minimum Wage rises set for April

The National Living Wage will see increases across all age groups from 6 April 2025.

10 March 2025

Pest Solutions celebrate International Women's Day 2025

Press release: On International Women’s Day 2025, Pest Solutions shine the spotlight on the amazing women that are revolutionising the UK pest control industry.

04 March 2025

Cleankill sparkles in Gatwick Diamond Business Awards

Press release: BPCA member Cleankill Pest Control has been shortlisted in four categories of the prestigious Gatwick Diamond Business Awards.

03 March 2025

Don't let pests spoil Pancake Day

Ahead of Pancake Day, British Pest Control Association urges pancake lovers to make sure you check your cupboards and ingredients for tiny insect pests.

26 February 2025

What impact might council devolution have on pest management in England?

A white paper detailing plans to restructure English councils has the potential to have significant impacts on the pest control industry in England.

26 February 2025

360 Wildlife Control offer subcontracting solution to glue board issue

Press release: BPCA member company 360 Wildlife Control are offering pest controllers the use of their 360 Jack Russell team.

26 February 2025

Lodi to launch new fly killer range at PPC Live

Press release: Lodi UK are buzzing to announce the release of their new Captiv8 Electric Fly Killer range, launching exclusively for pest controllers at PPC Live. 

26 February 2025

Bird flu (HPAI) guidance for pest management professionals

Precautionary guidance for pest professionals working alongside birds and cattle during a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak.

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | Insectram: What auditors need from pest control

This video covers how Insectram's web and mobile app-based pest management and reporting system offers unrivalled client reporting, pest trending, and a market-leading client portal.

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | Environmental risk assessments (CRRU-UK-approved CPD)

In this video, John discusses the intricacies of environmental risk assessments with a focus on rodenticides (anti-vitamin K agents).

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | The Art of PAW: Understanding the strategies of rodent control

Join us as Alex Wade explores the evolution of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) towards Integrated Risk Management (IRM) in pest control.

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | The aliens are here! Non-native pest species

Join Dave Archer as he talks about his experience in wildlife management and the challenges posed by invasive species such as grey squirrels, grey parakeets, and feral mink.

13 February 2025

Giveaways at Logistics UK stand at PPC Live 2025

Press release: Logistics UK will be giving away a Garmin Sat Nav to one lucky PPC Live attendee.

13 February 2025

Boris Software to exhibit at PPC Live 2025

Press release: Raffles, 20GB free data and more at the Boris Software stand at Professional Pest Controller Live.

11 February 2025

Missing Google Reviews or Suspended Profiles? A Quick Guide for Pest Management Professionals

If you’re a pest controller noticing that customer reviews have disappeared from your Google Business Profile (or that your profile has been suspended), you’re not alone.

10 February 2025

New pest control job site launched in UK

Press release: The UK pest management industry's new hiring and careers hub has launched.

06 February 2025

UK-based Wasp Pole Pro will be at PPC Live 2025

Press release: At this year’s PPC Live, we are excited to showcase the Wasp Pole Pro, the lightweight telescopic applicator system to treat wasp and hornet nests at height.

06 February 2025

Russell IPM to hold raffle at PPC Live 2025

Press release: Russell IPM, manufacturer of pheromone-based insect control products, will hold a raffle at PPC Live this March.

06 February 2025

TrustMark quality scheme to exhibit at PPC Live 2025

Press release: As part of an exclusive pest control partnership, TrustMark will exhibit at BPCA's PPC Live event this March.

06 February 2025

PestScan's Jan Smits to present AI in pest control seminar at PPC Live 2025

Press release: Jan Smits will present a seminar at PPC Live in Harrogate on the question of AI and its uses in pest control.

06 February 2025

Metex launch new Unikey for manhole covers

Press release: Metex are launching their newly rebranded Unikey at PPC Live 2025.

06 February 2025

Killgerm show off new product range at PPC Live 2025

Press release: BPCA member Killgerm to exhibit impressive new product range at Professional Pest Controller Live in Harrogate this March.

04 February 2025

Wöhler bring advanced pest control inspection tools to PPC Live

Press release: Wöhler video inspection cameras and video endoscopes are excellent tools for spotting pests.

03 February 2025

Defender Bird Spikes debut the Defender Irritator at PPC Live 2025

Press release: The Defender Bird Spikes team is heading to PPC Live with an impressive lineup of over 20 high-quality bird spikes, each expertly designed to tackle bird problems in any situation.

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13 March 2025

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Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread

Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.

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29 January 2025

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Sticky situation: Met Police caught unprepared on Glue Trap law

In December, BPCA received a Freedom of Information (FOI) response from the Metropolitan Police, which revealed that no training had been provided to officers on glue trap protocols. 

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21 January 2025

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CEO recruitment for BPCA underway

BPCA is pleased to announce that the search for its new Chief Executive Officer has begun.

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25 March 2025

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Cleankill signs up to Armed Forces Covenant

Press release: After discussions with ex-services employees, Cleankill Pest Control has signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant - a promise to support the Armed Forces community.

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25 March 2025

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Fill out the TrustMark Registered Businesses survey for a chance to win

TrustMark are currently running our annual Registered Business Survey and we want BPCA members to take part.

Read more

25 March 2025

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Pelsis launch new range of sustainable LED fly control solutions

Press release: Pelsis Group, global manufacturer and supplier of pest control solutions, has launched the Halo LED range.

Read more