26 February 2025
LOCAL GOVERNMENT On 16 December 2024, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (DHLUC) produced a white paper detailing their plans to restructure English councils. There are currently 3 types of councils in E
PRESS RELEASE BPCA member company 360 Wildlife Control are offering pest controllers the use of their 360 Jack Russell team for rodent control. With the now well-documented restrictions on 'sticky boards' following the Glue Traps (O
PRESS RELEASE Lodi UK are buzzing to announce the release of their new Captiv8 Electric Fly Killer range, launching exclusively for pest controllers at PPC Live. A new dimension in fly control, introducing an innovative collec
HEALTH AND SAFETY Following confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), BPCA has written some precautionary guidance for pest professionals working alongside birds and cattle during an outbreak. This guidance is for those
13 February 2025
CPD VIDEO Join us as we delve into the latest advancements in pest management technology with Purean Solutions, the developers of Insectram. This video covers how Insectram's web and mobile app-based pest management and reporting system o
CPD VIDEO In this video, John discusses the intricacies of environmental risk assessments with a focus on rodenticides (anti-vitamin K agents). Learn about the risks associated with AVKs, including primary and secondary poisoning of non-t
CPD VIDEO Join us as Alex Wade explores the evolution of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) towards Integrated Risk Management (IRM) in pest control. This video delves into strategies and tactics for effectively managing pest populations, w
CPD VIDEO Join Dave Archer as he captivates the audience with tales from his 45 years of experience in wildlife management and the challenges posed by invasive species such as grey squirrels, grey parakeets, and feral mink. This informati
PRESS RELEASE Logistics UK will be attending Professional Pest Controller Live and one lucky attendee will win a Garmin Sat Nav. Logistics UK is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, supporting, shaping and standing up for e
PRESS RELEASE Raffles, 20GB free data and more at the Boris Software stand at Professional Pest Controller Live. Easy to implement and simple to use, Boris is a mobile management solution designed to break the paper chain and
11 February 2025
PPC | Guidance If you’re a pest controller noticing that customer reviews have disappeared from your Google Business Profile (or that your profile has been suspended), you’re not alone. Google has confirmed a technical issue w
10 February 2025
PRESS RELEASE The UK pest management industry's new hiring and careers hub, pestcontroljobs.co.uk, has launched. The site assists employers in the pest control industry with hiring staff for a range of positions directly, while also
06 February 2025
CPD VIDEO Staying abreast of legislation and Codes of Best Practice is essential for every pest management professional. From changes to rules on spring traps to new laws banning the unlicensed use of glue boards, our legal landscape can shift
PRESS RELEASE At this year’s PPC Live, come see the Wasp Pole Pro, the lightweight telescopic applicator system to treat wasp and hornet nests at height. The Wasp Pole Pro has been designed and manufactured here in the UK by a
PRESS RELEASE Russell IPM, manufacturer of pheromone-based insect control products, will hold a raffle at PPC Live this March to win a product hamper. Visitors will be able to enter by adding their business card to a tub and Russell
PRESS RELEASE As part of an exclusive pest control partnership, TrustMark will exhibit at BPCA's PPC Live event this March. TrustMark is the only UK Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in or around the home and i
PRESS RELEASE Jan Smits, General Manager at PestScan, will present a seminar at PPC Live in Harrogate on the question of AI and its uses in pest control. Artificial Intelligence in Pest Control: threat or opportunity? Jan will expl
PRESS RELEASE Metex are launching their newly rebranded Unikey at PPC Live 2025. The Unikey universal manhole cover key kit includes two heavy duty handles, 10 interchangeable key tips and a stopcock key, all in a carry case. T
PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Killgerm to exhibit impressive new product range at Professional Pest Controller (PPC) Live in Harrogate this March. AF Trap Base The modular scalable design of the base allows traps to be conn
04 February 2025
PRESS RELEASE Wöhler video inspection cameras and video endoscopes are excellent tools for spotting pests lurking behind walls, inside pipes, or within built-in cabinets, even in the darkest areas. Pests tend to find those hard
03 February 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. We’re thrilled to debut our lat
02 February 2025
PRESS RELEASE PestFix is back at PPC Live - bigger, better, and ready to impress, with our No Pest Fest. Swing by stand 36 and dive into our arcade of pest-proofing fun! Explore the latest in proofing solutions, challenge your skill
PRESS RELEASE BJ Sherriff are proud to launch the groundbreaking Hornetsafe Technician Suit at PPC Live in Harrogate this March. This revolutionary PPE solution combines advanced protection with unparalleled comfort. Crafted with 8m
29 January 2025
LOBBYING 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. This raises serious concerns, as a Defra
09 January 2025
IN MEMORIAM Written by Phil Blything. Bruce Blything, known to many in the pest control industry, died on 20 December 2024 at Arrowe Park Hospital. Co-founder and MD of Industrial Pesticides (NW) Ltd, in Liverpool, Bruce was a
