BPCA news archive

11 September 2023

Meet the member: Putting up the Barricade

Rebekah Carral, Scotland-based pest control business owner, shares insights on Barricade Pest Control and her passion for the industry.

11 September 2023

Opinion: Politics, environment and welfare in pest control

James Wood at Beaver Pest Control addresses political challenges in pest management and how to explain toolbox changes to customers.

08 September 2023

Who won at the National Pest Awards 2023?

The winners of the National Pest Awards were announced last night in a fantastic ceremony in London.

07 September 2023

WowNow Hire expands business development team

Press release: WowNow Hire, a leading provider of hire equipment in the FM, construction and Fit-Out markets, is pleased to announce new team members.

04 September 2023

Control Solutions wins street cleaning tender for Debenham Parish Council

Press release: Suffolk-based Control Solutions has been awarded a three-year contract for street cleaning and public bin emptying for the Parish of Debenham.

31 August 2023

Rotate your bait, say BASF

Press release: When chemical control is required, many don’t realise that bait rotation is vital to long-term success, says BASF's Laurence Barnard.

30 August 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 19 | Bees: identification, behaviours and repercussions

In this video, Will Trivett from Pest Solutions (BeeWise Member) talks about bee identification and behaviours.

30 August 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 19 sponsored slot | Non-chemical rodent control (NoCheRo)

In this video, Sharon Hughes and Laurence Barnard from BASF answer the question: are snap-traps a viable replacement for chemical control?

30 August 2023

Guest blog: Is it time for you to offer bee removal services?

Thinking about taking on the role of removing bees from non-natural voids, such as buildings? Martyn Belcher thinks 2024 will be a great time to start.

30 August 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 19 | Dissecting the problems of the modern squirrel dilemma!

In this video, Dave Archer from DKA Training talks about grey squirrel control, attitudes to pest control and the tools pest controllers have to fight this invasive species.

30 August 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 19 | CRRU Update August 2023

In this video, Dr Alan Buckle from CRRU UK talks about the latest rodenticide stewardship updates.

30 August 2023

Survey: Supporting the wider public health workforce

RSPH will be hosting Public Health Workforce Week again this October, and want you to fill in a survey about your experiences working in public health.

29 August 2023

Top tips to prevent problem mosquitoes

Top tips to stop a surge in mosquitoes have been issued by a national trade body as Britain’s warm, wet weather continues – providing ideal conditions for them to thrive.

25 August 2023

What is a trade association and should you join one?

If you’re a business owner in the UK, you’re probably aware of your industry trade association even if you’re not a member. But what is a trade association, and why do people join them? What does a trade association do with your fees?

15 August 2023

PestWorld early bird registration ends soon

Press release: If you're planning to attend PestWorld 2023 in Honolulu, Hawaii and haven't registered yet, don’t delay.

01 August 2023

Industry mourns passing of Richard Lamb

The BPCA Staff team and Exec Board are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 1env team member Richard Lamb.

25 July 2023

Bins are key battleground in protecting public from pests, says BPCA

British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is urging householders to prepare to deal with household waste themselves if kerbside collections are disrupted.

24 July 2023

Vergo Pest Management unveil AI rodent detection solution

Press release: BPCA member Vergo Pest Management is thrilled to announce the launch of Pest Alert Sight; intelligent thermal imaging AI rodent detection solution.

24 July 2023

Lancashire Bird Control football club's new commercial partner

Press release: Lancashire Bird Control are delighted to announce that they join Fleetwood Town FC as a brand new official club partner.

24 July 2023

New from PestFix: BirdAlert 2.0 has landed

PestFix are pleased to confirm the new BirdAlert 2.0, previewed at PPC Live for attendees, is now live.

18 July 2023

Finalists announced for 2023 National Pest Awards

The shortlist of finalists for this year’s National Pest Awards has been announced by organisers Pest magazine.

14 July 2023

Case Study: Controlling a rat infestation at a working farm using Selontra

Press release: BASF explores how PGM & Son used cholecalciferol rodenticides to tackle an extensive rodent infestation in farm buildings.

11 July 2023

BPCA becomes UK registered lobbying organisation

British Pest Control Association has joined the UK Lobbying Register, operated by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations.

04 July 2023

LNPS builds stronger ties with East London-based youth charity

Press release: London Network for Pest Solutions has agreed to sponsor specialist pest control services for world-famous Little Imps motorcycle display team.

04 July 2023

Sri Lanka's Exterminators celebrates 25 years in business

Press release: BPCA Observer member Exterminators Plc are celebrating quarter of a century in business.