BPCA news archive

20 February 2024

New Chairman for Sri Lankan-based Exterminators PLC

Dr. Kishu Gomes has been appointed Chairman of Exterminators PLC, in a new chapter for the BPCA Observer member company.

20 February 2024

Glue board legislation in Scotland: Amendment withdrawn but licensing scheme still possible

Proposed amendments to the Wildlife Management and Muirburn Bill in Scotland, aimed at implementing a licensing system for glue traps, have been withdrawn.  

19 February 2024

Double success for pest professionals at prestigious London awards

Former Rentokil PR Manager Suzi Christie is celebrating after two of her clients won Silver at the inaugural SME London Business Awards.

15 February 2024

Changes for farmers, gamekeepers and pest control businesses in new rodenticide stewardship report

The latest UK Rodenticide Stewardship annual report includes for the first time an explanation specific to rodent pest control of what constitutes a ‘building’.

15 February 2024

BPCA member representative elections open now

Voting is now open for members to decide who will represent them on the BPCA Executive Board.

14 February 2024

PestFix named Best National Small Business at 2024 Small Business Awards

BPCA member PestFix has won the Best National Small Business at the UK Small Business Awards 2024.

14 February 2024

Shortlist announced for BPCA Member Awards 2024

The shortlist of finalists has been announced for the BPCA Member Awards 2024.

08 February 2024

PestEx 2024: Pest exclusion tech to feature on Xcluder stand

Xcluder are bringing the latest in pest exclusion technology to the UK's biggest pest management event of 2024. 

08 February 2024

Wains and Frowein bring digital pest control solutions to PestEx

Check out the digital solutions for insect and rodent control on stand 70 at PestEx in London this March.

08 February 2024

Trojan Systems to showcase smart pest control solutions at PestEx 2024

Ukraine-based Trojan Systems are bringing their smart multi-catch traps to London this March for PestEx 2024.

08 February 2024

Free website SEO audit from Targeted SEO at PestEx 2024

Targeted SEO will be offering pest control companies a free website audit if you visit their stand at PestEx this March.

08 February 2024

UK-exclusive at PestEx 2024 for Silverfish AS

Silverfish AS will be showcasing the Silverfish Pyramid Trap for the first time outside Scandinavia at PestEx 2024.

08 February 2024

PestFix to give away £6k BirdAlert System at PestEx 2024

PestFix will be running a laser shooting gallery at PestEx this March, with a chance to win a huge prize: a bird management system worth over £6k.

08 February 2024

New for PestEx 2024: Sentinel suits from Old Castle Farm Hives

Old Castle Farm Hives are bringing their new range of pest control and beekeeping suits to PestEx in London this March.

08 February 2024

Celebrating 20 years of Lodi UK

Visit PestEx 2024 to celebrate Lodi UK's big birthday - 20 years of supporting the pest control industry!

08 February 2024

Ecoman Biotech to showcase cutting-edge pest control tech at PestEx 2024

Visit stand 105 at PestEx to discover Ecoman Biotech's range of digital and green pest management technologies.

08 February 2024

Odour elimination from Earth Care to feature at PestEx 2024

Earth Care bringing odour elimination technology and free educational flash drives to PestEx 2024.

08 February 2024

Birchmeier bring new spraying products to PestEx 2024

Visit PestEx in London this March to see the new AS 1200 air-supported spraying technology from Birchmeier.

08 February 2024

BASF returns to PestEx with space invaders and a CPD portal sneak peek

BASF is set to return to PestEx this March with the promise of arcade fun, prizes up for grabs, and a first look at its new CPD training portal. 

01 February 2024

Cleankill strikes Gold again to start the year off on a high

Surrey-based BPCA member Cleankill Pest Control has been awarded the Gold Investors in People accreditation for the third time.

31 January 2024

Glue Traps (Offences) Act will likely take effect in July 2024, says Defra

Defra has confirmed that Natural England has been appointed as the regulator for glue trap licensing in England.

24 January 2024

Beaver Pest Control unleashes team thrills for target achievement

BPCA member Beaver Pest Control treated its team to some unforgettable outings in 2023 as a reward for hard work.

24 January 2024

Veritas Pest Consultancy releases insect ID cards

BPCA member Veritas Pest Consultancy has created identification cards to help people improve their insect ID skills and prepare for exams.

24 January 2024

Pre-register for PestEx for a chance to win a Meta Quest 3

Anyone who registers now for PestEx in March will be entered into a prize draw to win a BRAND NEW Meta Quest 3 VR headset.

23 January 2024

Anglian Pest Control win regional business award

BPCA member Anglian Pest Control was named Trade Small Business of the Year at The Peterborough Small Business Awards.