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26 August 2026
British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has announced the Society of Food Hygiene and Technology (SOFHT) as the first strategic partner for PestAware Summit 2027.
Worker wasps are leaving their nests and feasting on fermented fruit that can cause them to cause them to become inebriated and more likely to sting, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
25 August 2026
In July, BPCA launched a survey looking at your experience of using working dogs in pest management. Here’s what we learned.
BPCA is developing its network of specialist associate trainers to help meet growing demand for professional pest management training across the UK.
A system for digital waste tracking is being rolled out across the UK to tackle waste crime and make reporting easier.
19 August 2026
UCL are asking pest professionals to contribute to a citizen science project investigating what wasps choose to eat throughout the summer.
In this sponsored session, Taylan Karakas from Insectram looks at one of the most common frustrations in professional pest management: good recommendations being raised, but never properly assigned, completed or checked.
Could the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) help you find your next pest control technician?
Lead ammunition rules are changing, and pest professionals who use rifles, shotguns or air weapons need to understand what that means in practice.
10 August 2026
Press release: Syngenta has appointed Jake Braithwaite to the role of Technical Manager for professional pest management (PPM) in the UK and Ireland.
03 August 2026
BPCA and the wider chemicals industry were represented at the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM).
31 July 2026
If you are one of the many international delegates planning to attend PestWorld 2026 and haven't yet registered – don’t delay!
30 July 2026
Andy Burnham became the new Prime Minister on 20 July. With him, a new Cabinet has been appointed. BPCA has written to the PM and key members of his Cabinet.
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.
BPCA has announced a new stakeholder conference for 2027, alongside PPC Live on tour dates
29 July 2026
Identifying ants found indoors is vital to ensure an effective solution to the problem, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
Natural England has announced changes to its wildlife licensing application and reporting forms, with new digital services launching from 3 August 2026.
27 July 2026
BPCA’s Fantasy Premier League is back for the 2026/27 season, giving everyone working in pest management the chance to compete, claim the bragging rights and raise money for a good cause.
24 July 2026
BPCA is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for four awards for our work around recruitment, public awareness and PestEx.
23 July 2026
Scott Gammon has been appointed as the new managing director of Orkin UK.
22 July 2026
OCS has announced plans to acquire Mitie in a deal that would bring together two major facilities management businesses.
21 July 2026
BPCA is pleased to be shortlisted in three separate categories at the Association Excellence Awards (AEA).
14 July 2026
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has confirmed that the second phase of Awaab’s Law, which includes pest management, will enter into force on 30 November 2026.
10 July 2026
In this guest webinar, Dr Mike Ayers will guide you through a forensic mindset for pest control in food-handling and allied environments.
09 July 2026
BPCA is urging members to stay alert following reports of suspicious emails targeting pest management companies.
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