BPCA news archive

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.

02 February 2025

Step up to the No Pest Fest on the PestFix stand at PPC Live 2025

Press release: PestFix is back at PPC Live and ready to impress with an arcade of pest-proofing fun!

02 February 2025

BJ Sherriff to launch Hornetsafe Technician Suit with special discount at PPC Live 2025

Press release: BJ Sherriff are proud to launch the groundbreaking Hornetsafe Technician Suit at PPC Live in Harrogate this March.

29 January 2025

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. 

29 January 2025

REHIS celebrates 150 years of protecting Scotland

Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland is celebrating its 150-year anniversary with a series of events and projects.

29 January 2025

Safeguard Pest Control appoints new MD

Press release: BPCA member Safeguard Pest Control has appointed Andrew Simpson as its new managing director.

21 January 2025

CEO recruitment for BPCA underway

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

20 January 2025

Stress, anxiety and depression among leading causes of workplace illness

HSE has released guidance on tackling workplace stress after statistics show almost half of work-related illnesses are mental health-related.

14 January 2025

BASF announces relaunch of Fendona 6 SC

Press release: Pest control solutions manufacturer, BASF, has announced that its popular insecticide Fendona 6 SC will return to the market this winter.

13 January 2025

Cliverton Insurance launch new accident and illness policy

To help protect you and your business, Cliverton Insurance Brokers have launched a new Personal Accident and Illness insurance policy, Cliverton Protect.

09 January 2025

Remembering Bruce Blything

Bruce Blything, known to many in the pest control industry, died on 20 December 2024 at Arrowe Park Hospital.

09 January 2025

How do I stop birds nesting on my property?

Bird proofing is a complex task that should always be left to trained pest professionals rather than attempted as a DIY project.

08 January 2025

New MD appointment for Dealey Environmental

Press release: Stefanie Inger has been appointed Managing Director of Dealey Environmental, as Martin Cobbald steps into CEO role.

07 January 2025

Licensing updates for England and Scotland in 2025

From January 2025, an update was provided to some of the general and class licences for birds and Glis glis.

19 December 2024

BASF: Reducing the risk of anticoagulant poisoning to non-target species

In this guest blog, Laurence Barnard, BASF Pest Control, discusses reducing the risk to non-target species and shares some top tips for responsible rodenticide use.

18 December 2024

Pick a professional for protection from pests

Technical and Compliance Manager at British Pest Control Association, Niall Gallagher, explains the value of professional pest management for agriculture businesses.

17 December 2024

Best Pest Pic competition is back for PPC Live 2025

BPCA is once again looking for the best pest photograph and is offering a prize for the perfect image of public health pest control.