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British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has announced the Society of Food Hygiene and Technology (SOFHT) as the first strategic partner for PestAware Summit 2027.
28 October 2021
A seasonal spike in sightings of False Black Widow spiders is likely to be caused by males in search of a mate, a national trade body has said.
27 October 2021
Pest controllers should prepare for multiple call outs to fleas in the coming months, following a delayed flea season and lockdown puppy buying surge.
Only one suspected point-of-sale non-compliance case has been reported in the past year, according to the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU).
25 October 2021
Following the retirement of Tim Sheehan and Paul Butterick from Safeguard Pest Control, we caught up with their team to talk about days gone and the end of an era.
22 October 2021
BPCA member company John O’Conner have taken on two new Business Admin apprentices at their North Herts depot.
A collection of over 150 templates, documents and tools is now available to all BPCA members.
BPCA’s proposed amendments to the UK’s national action plan on sustainable pesticide usage have been included in a wrap-up of contributors’ comments released by the UK government.
21 October 2021
BPCA is looking for members to join a new working group aimed at creating links with the academic community and keeping up-to-date with research.
20 October 2021
BPCA is furthering our sustainability commitment by becoming Planet Mark certified through measuring and reducing our carbon footprint.
Selontra, the new rodenticide bait from, BASF, has been awarded 'Best Product' by Pest magazine.
18 October 2021
BPCA is working with UCLH to potentially create a service for pest professionals to signpost clients that need medical support.
BPCA has created an example template for a survey and quote. It's now available in the BPCA member area.
14 October 2021
In this video, Natalie Bungay looks at the legislation and processes that you need to consider when using firearms in a pest control environment.
13 October 2021
BPCA member PGH Beegone Franchising Limited has announced the recruitment of its second franchisee.
BPCA member Contego expands market share in Scotland with the acquisition of Pestguard Services Scotland.
07 October 2021
BPCA is delighted to announce that we’ve won the Association Excellence Award (AEA) for 'Best Lobbying Campaign or Advancement of a Cause During Covid-19'.
06 October 2021
The Welsh Government has announced its intention to ban the use of glue boards in Wales.
All those keen to submit an abstract at the upcoming International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP) are now invited to do so.
We're launching a programme of evening courses designed for busy pest professionals.
05 October 2021
BPCA member Ecolab has been named a Global Compact LEAD participant for its ongoing commitment to the United Nations (UN) sustainability initiative.
The BPCA Member Awards 2022 will open to nominations for all BPCA member companies and their employees on 1 November.
04 October 2021
In this video Clive Boase discusses the new pest species we may encounter in the UK in the future.
In this sponsored video, Richard Moseley from Bayer discusses how to manage complex rodent infestations with Harmonix®.
In this video, Sarah Latyn gives a presentation on bed bug control and how to prep for treatment.
In this video, Davy Brown gives a presentation on detecting rodent activity in drains.
PestFix's new LED fly trap, X-Trap 50, passes independent testing with flying colours.
30 September 2021
As part of their wide-ranging pledge to give back to the local community, BPCA member Contego is running a 'Save the Bees' initiative.
27 September 2021
BPCA's next training session for Becoming a Field Biologist will now be available to take either in-person or remotely.
23 September 2021
In this video, Natalie Bungay looks at the biology of cluster flies and the control options open to professional pest controllers.
22 September 2021
Insect-O-Cutor, a Pelsis brand, has launched a new product to control flying insects in indoor, commercial environments.
16 September 2021
Fresh air supply is key to a safe working environment, as pandemic continues, says Health and Safety Executive.
PestAcuity is a new independent pest control consultancy founded by well-known industry figure Grahame Turner.
14 September 2021
BPCA members take home almost every prize at the National Pest Awards on 9 September 2021.
02 September 2021
When it comes to audits within food premises, bad may actually be good, according to AIB international food auditor Thomas Auer.
After a year-long postponement, PestEx the pest management show returns to London in 2022.
Pest experts at a national trade body are urging householders to watch out for the six signs of fleas.
01 September 2021
Pest professionals are being asked to provide information to the Health and Safety Executive, relating to the use of lead ammunition in the UK.
27 August 2021
In this video, Natalie Bungay looks at what pest controllers need to consider when using live capture traps.
Qualified pest technicians are being offered a golden handshake of £1000 by London-based BPCA member LNPS to help with labour shortage.
23 August 2021
Professional pest controller magazine issue 104 is out now and available to read online for free.
On 12 May, the government published an action plan for animal welfare which has implications for the whole pest management sector.
PPC magazine asked Peter Barry from the Pest Management Association of New Zealand (PMANZ) to recap the story of their 2015 ban.
PPC Editor Scott Johnstone looks at the motivations behind animal welfare reforms and speculates how the industry might have to adapt.
In PPC104 Henry Mott, former president of CEPA, takes a step back to look at the ramifications of the Glue Traps (Offences) Bill.
Is there such a thing as humane pest control? Alex Wade of member company Wade Environmental investigates for PPC104.
We need to fully engage with this process of heightened animal welfare awareness, says Chris Cagienard.
In PPC104 Paul Westgate, Veritas Pest Consultancy, explains how a little entomology know-how can go a long way.
In PPC104 we look at rats being used to sniff out diseases such as tuberculosis (TB) in people’s saliva, or salmonella bacteria in contaminated food.
In PPC104, Helen Ainsworth from BPCA member company BASF takes a back-to-basics look at rodent baiting strategies.
In PPC104, the Property Care Association takes over our usual PestWatch feature with an introduction to wood-destroying insect pests.
30 July 2026
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.
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.
15 September 2026
The winners of the National Pest Awards, hosted by Pest magazine, were announced at a ceremony in London last week.
14 September 2026
Press release: Rentokil Pest Control has been named Pest Business of the Year at the 2026 NPAs, an event that celebrates the people and businesses driving excellence across the UK pest control industry.
A series of events designed specifically for the large number of international delegates are to be held at PestWorld 2026.
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