03 August 2026

BPCA and ‘critically important chemicals industries’ represented at HSE meeting

PUBLIC AFFAIRS BPCA and the wider chemicals industry were represented at the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM). HSE plays a key role in the chemicals sector, responsible for regulating and dec

31 July 2026

PestWorld early bird registration ends soon

EVENTS If you are one of the many international delegates planning to attend PestWorld 2026 organised by the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and have not yet registered – don’t delay.  The discounted ear

29 July 2026

Ant ID is key if they are found indoors say BPCA experts

PESTAWARE Identifying ants found indoors is vital to ensure an effective solution to the problem, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA). While most ants in the UK are native species that are regularly seen in garden

29 July 2026

Natural England updates wildlife licensing forms

Natural England has announced changes to its wildlife licensing application and reporting forms, with new digital services launching from 3 August 2026. New online form for bird licences From 3 August, licence holders using A08 and A09

30 July 2026

BPCA seeks industry experience on working dogs

SECTOR SURVEY 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. Anyone that uses dogs for the following is encouraged to comp

30 July 2026

PestAware Summit announced as BPCA unveils revamped 2027 events programme

EVENTS NEWS British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has announced a new stakeholder conference for 2027, alongside PPC Live on tour dates . PestAware Summit 2027 will bring together people responsible for pest risk across public hea

30 July 2026

BPCA engages with the new government

PUBLIC AFFAIRS Following a contest for the leadership of the Labour Party, 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.

27 July 2026

Join the BPCA Fantasy Premier League 2026-27 and support Trussell Trust

FUNDRAISING 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. Twenty teams took part in

23 July 2026

Scott Gammon appointed as Orkin UK managing director

PRESS RELEASE Scott Gammon has been appointed as the new managing director of Orkin UK. Scott takes the helm of the pest control, bird control and Legionella services specialist on 1 August, succeeding current MD, Kristian Dales.

22 July 2026

OCS announces proposed acquisition of Mitie

ACQUISITION BPCA member OCS has announced plans to acquire Mitie in a deal that would bring together two major facilities management businesses. The proposed acquisition has been recommended by the Mitie board but remains subject to several

21 July 2026

BPCA in the running for Association Excellence Awards 2026

AWARDS BPCA is pleased to be shortlisted in three separate categories at the Association Excellence Awards (AEA). The Association Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the work that associations, trade organisations, unions and

21 July 2026

Membership Applications - July 2026

Hi all Please see companies below who have a membership application being processed: Servicing Evolve Pest Control and Wildlife Management Ltd Lady Bolsover Drive Lodge Welbeck WORKSOP S80 3BJ Contact: Ryan Waite Heron Pest So

24 July 2026

BPCA shortlisted for four Memcom Awards

AWARDS BPCA is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for four awards for our work around recruitment, public awareness and PestEx. The memcom Membership Excellence Awards are designed to showcase the very best of the m

14 July 2026

Date for Awaab’s Law phase 2 confirmed

LEGISLATION 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. Awaab’s Law was

10 July 2026

VIDEO: Employment Rights Bill – what pest management employers need to know

CPD VIDEO In this extended online training session, available exclusively to BPCA members, HR and legal experts from Shakespeare Martineau will explain what the new Bill means for employers, managers, and business owners in the pest control se

10 July 2026

VIDEO: Food safety in pest control

CPD VIDEO In this guest webinar, Dr Mike Ayers will guide you through a forensic mindset for pest control in food-handling and allied environments.  You’ll learn how to approach pest-re

09 July 2026

BPCA warns members after suspicious emails target pest companies

SECURITY BPCA is urging members to stay alert following reports of suspicious emails targeting pest management companies. Trademark issues A member recently received an email purporting to be from Knighton Legal Services Ltd, claim

07 July 2026

Template letter helps clients raise unresolved pest issues with local councillors

PEST ADVICE BPCA members can now download a new client guidance template from the member library to help residents raise ongoing pest issues with their local councillor. The template letter is designed for members to share with clie

03 July 2026

Youth Jobs Grant Worth £3,000 Launched

RECRUITMENT  The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched its new Youth Jobs Grant, with eligible employers able to receive up to £ 3,000 for each young person hired. 

29 June 2026

Professional Pest Controller issue 123 (PPC123) out now

PPC123 is out now! Featuring articles on non-toxic wasp control, bee disease awareness, upselling pest control services and consumer vulnerability, there's something for everyone.  We’ve also got a deep dive

29 June 2026

PPC123 Editorial: The new old-fashioned way

PPC123 | EDITORIAL We’ve recently been invited to lead a Trade Association Forum roundtable at its best practice exchange in London. The subject is membership magazines, and the invite comes off the back of PPC magazine winning Trade Ass

29 June 2026

PPC123: Pests in politics

PPC123 | PESTS IN POLITICS Our lobbying and public affairs work currently focuses on three key aims: protecting the toolkit, implementing Awaab’s Law and innovation in chemical regulation. In this issue of Pests in Politics, Ciaran talks

29 June 2026

PPC123: Pests in the press

PPC123 | PESTS IN THE PRESS BPCA’s regular media roundup highlights national press coverage, expert commentary, and public affairs activity raising awareness of pest management issues. Rats and birds have been at the top of th

29 June 2026

The Employment Rights Act 2025

PPC123 | PEOPLE Hema Mistry, Director at Quest, outlines the biggest employment law changes coming down the line, what they mean for pest management businesses, and the practical steps employers should start taking now. Jump to the change

29 June 2026

Opinion: Why we lobby

PPC123 | OPINION BPCA’s policy and public affairs work often happens quietly in the background. Meetings with officials, consultation responses, briefings for MPs and evidence gathering rarely make headlines, but they shape how governmen