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15 September 2026
The winners of the National Pest Awards, hosted by Pest magazine, were announced at a ceremony in London last week.
14 September 2026
Press release: Rentokil Pest Control has been named Pest Business of the Year at the 2026 NPAs, an event that celebrates the people and businesses driving excellence across the UK pest control industry.
A series of events designed specifically for the large number of international delegates are to be held at PestWorld 2026.
BPCA has launched a new online course to give pest professionals practical guidance on completing Environmental Risk Assessments (ERAs) when considering professional-grade rodenticides.
BPCA joined representatives from across the UK chemicals sector at a parliamentary reception last week, using the opportunity to discuss regulation and maintaining access to effective professional pest management products.
08 September 2026
Ashford MP has heard first-hand how professional pest management could play a greater role in tackling invasive species, including Yellow-Legged (Asian) hornets, during a visit to Bounty Pest Control.
07 September 2026
Scotland’s version of Awaab’s Law will soon come into force, initially applying to mould and damp.
BPCA members and their teams can get 40% off tickets for Simprosium 2026, taking place in London on 22-23 September.
Pest management businesses across South and West Wales are being invited to help shape potential future NHS Wales pest management contracts.
02 September 2026
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust are looking for volunteers to help take part in a dung beetle project, as part of rewilding efforts at Allestree Park in Derby.
27 August 2026
BPCA is helping Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) staff and organisations supporting young people to better understand the career opportunities available in professional pest management.
26 August 2026
BPCA has highlighted the importance of professional pest management to public health during a visit by Derby North MP Catherine Atkinson to member company CSS Pest Services.
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.
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