BPCA news archive

24 October 2023

Aloha! from PestWorld in Hawaii 

The professional pest management industry from around the globe gathered in Honolulu for PestWorld 2023.

23 October 2023

Storm Babet floods will flush out rats, says BPCA

A national trade body is urging householders to take steps to prevent rats seeking refuge in their homes from the recent flooding.

21 October 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 20 | Tracking, trending and treatment for SPIs

In this video, Avril Turner from Killgerm explains what stored product insects are, how pest controllers can track them and how to treat them.

21 October 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 20 sponsored slot | Early bed bug detection

In this video, Richard Faulkner from envu talks about the lifecycle of a bed bug, rapid detection, and the future of bed bug control.

21 October 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 20 | Improve your cashflow and reduce your risk in five simple steps

In this video, Hazel Napier from BEB Consultancy teaches pest management business owners how to navigate the tricky waters of invoicing issues and late payment chasing.

21 October 2023

VIDEO: Digital Forum 20 | Don't be outfoxed

In this video, John Stewart from Pelsis talks about fox control, their behaviours, signs of a fox issue and why we control them.

20 October 2023

BPCA partners with Logistics UK to offer new member benefits

BPCA partners with Logistics UK to offer new member benefits.

17 October 2023

UPDATED: Glue board ban in Wales receives Royal Assent 

UPDATE: Glue board ban in Wales starts today (17 Oct 2023).

13 October 2023

Envu introduces TruDetx – first rapid test for bed bugs

Press release: TruDetx Bed Bug Rapid Test is a new detection device that allows pest control professionals to identify infestations with over 90% accuracy.

13 October 2023

BPCA mourns the passing of former president Phil Halpin 

BPCA is saddened to report that our former president, Phil Halpin, has passed away after a prolonged illness.

09 October 2023

Lodi UK host second successful Adventure Networking event

BPCA member Lodi UK took to the trees of Cannock Chase for their latest hair-raising Adventure Network event.

05 October 2023

WIN: Take part in the Future of pest management survey 2023

BPCA is seeking pest professionals and business owners in the UK to feed into our Future of pest management research project.

04 October 2023

BPCA urges vigilance on bed bugs, following France fears

Vigilance is key in tackling internationally-spreading bed bug infestations, says British Pest Control Association (BPCA).

03 October 2023

New polling shows public support for public health investment in UK

New polling from RSPH shows the majority of public support greater investment in public health workforce.

01 October 2023

Father-daughter duo complete charity trek for Alzheimers Society

Iain Whatley and his daughter, Susan Doughty, completed the Alzheimer's Society Trek 26 in memory of lost family.

01 October 2023

Product withdrawal: BASF announces phaseout of insecticide products

Press release: Pest control solutions manufacturer, BASF, has announced that Goliath® Gel and Formidor® will be withdrawn by March 2024.

28 September 2023

BPCA pens open letter to Minister for Rural Affairs ahead of imminent Welsh glue board ban on 17 October

The Agriculture (Wales) Bill, which includes a glue board ban, received Royal Assent with the sealing ceremony taking place on 17 August 2023.

27 September 2023

Business administrations up 22% in 2023

Research from law firm Shakespeare Martineau shows a 22% increase in UK businesses falling into administration compared to last year.

21 September 2023

Guest blog: Asian hornet guidance for UK pest controllers

With increasing media attention on Asian hornets, it's important to know what you should and shouldn't do as a pest controller, says Elliott Rose-King, Bounty Pest Control.

20 September 2023

Cycling for Mind: Pelsis group employee takes on 4,500 mile challenge

An employee of BPCA member Pelsis Group is cycling 4,500 miles around the UK mainland coastline to raise money for mental health charity, Mind.

15 September 2023

Red Squirrel Awareness Week events

UK Squirrel Accord are marking Red Squirrel Awareness Week with free webinars.

12 September 2023

September may see spike in spiders, says BPCA

Experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA) say spiders are more likely to be seen indoors in September as they seek out dry places to breed.

11 September 2023

Pests in the press: July to September 2023

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.

11 September 2023

CRRU UK: Ending SGAR use ‘away from buildings'

PPC magazine talks to CRRU UK about the changes to SGAR use away from buildings.

11 September 2023

Opinion: Rodenticides are crucial in pest management

Using rodenticides responsibly is vital in combating widespread rodent infestations, says Richard Faulkner, Envu.