01 April 2020
BPCA has released 13 resources for operating essential services during the Covid-19 pandemic. Some of these resources are free for everyone, while others are for BPCA members only. The resources available are: NEW Client information le
Yesterday (31 March) our campaign to make councils reconsider reducing bin collections featured on LBC radio. LBC, which stands for 'Leading Britain's Conversation', has more than 2 and a half million listeners each week.
Pest management is essential for protecting public health and safety. You know it. We know it. Now it’s time to tell the world. Take the survey now
Natural England (NE) is continuing to receive large numbers of applications for individual licences for gulls and other bird species. On 30 January Natural England released details of changes to the individual licences for the control of
19 February 2021
Furlough is the HR word of the moment, and it’s causing some confusion among employers and employees alike. What is it and how does it work? Find out more about the Jobs Support Scheme here. (Article updated 19 February 2
31 March 2020
BPCA has added new CPD resources for member companies who want to deliver high-quality, in-house CPD for their employees. The new section on the website currently includes: A blank toolbox talk template with guidance
HOUSEHOLDERS are being urged to be vigilant to pest infestation during the Covid-19 crisis. The move comes as some local authorities struggle to maintain refuse collection services. National trade body, the British Pest Control Asso
30 March 2020
CEPA, the European Pest Management Solutions Professional Association, has launched several initiatives this week, to keep pushing for more recognition for the pest management industry's valuable work during the Covid-19 crisis. Pest
BPCA has created two templates to help our members keep their employees working on critical sites during the Covid-19 pandemic. Currently, people in the UK can continue to go to work if their work cannot be done from home. During th
Can you spot yourself in our PPC Live 2020 video? With record attendance figures, PPC Live was completely unique with loads of exhibitors, technical talks and demonstrations. Take a look at the highlight reel now.
27 March 2020
Frequently asked questions for pest management professionals amid the Covid-19 pandemic Q: Why is BPCA saying I should go to work when the Government says we shouldn’t leave home? We’re not. It’s up to you (and your employ
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has announced that the new general licence will, from 1 April, only cover two species – Canada Goose and feral pigeon. All wild birds, their eggs and nests are protected by law. General lic
BPCA has written to all 33 local authorities in London, asking for parking charges to be scrapped during the Covid-19 pandemic. The open letter reads: RE: Parking Enforcement in London FAO: To all Chief Executives of Lond
BPCA members can now access a Coronavirus (Covid-19) risk assessment template provided by Stallard Kane. You can access the risk assessment template in the BPCA Member Area (login required). Download now The template covers:
26 March 2020
To help support members and their employees during the Covid-19 pandemic, BPCA has release eight microlearning courses to all members for free. The courses will remain free for three months. The eight, short online learnin
BPCA is aware that many members have begun to offer disinfection services for Covid-19, and we recommend you proceed with extreme caution. Before offering these services, you should: Check that the technicians carrying out these tre
We can confirm that pest management professionals are formally recognised as key workers in Northern Ireland. This response confirms that pest controllers in Northern Ireland will have the choice to continue working if or when we enter st
25 March 2020
Pest control is already on the front line of public health around the world; given the situation we now find ourselves in it could prove even more essential. Animals are always quick to adapt and, as a result, BPCA member PelG
PRESS RELEASE 25 March 2020 The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is calling for urgent action to ensure pest control management can continue to be administered in the Covid-19 pandemic. According to BPCA, the activity remains as e
BPCA got a big mention on BBC Radio yesterday, when hosts spoke to a caller about pest management during the Covid-19 lockdown. The whole section is a phone-in segment and listeners are discussing whether pest control can cont
This video will help pest management businesses understand how the pandemic will affect their work, and offer suggestions for mitigating risks involved in doing pest control work. This webinar covers: Should I keep trading/go out on a job
23 March 2020
Last night (23 March 2020), the Government announced further measures to stop the spread of Covid 19. The announcement means that UK Citizens can only leave home for one of the following four reasons: “Shopping for basic
Those who work in pest management and control are considered key workers in the Covid 19 pandemic. Last week, the UK Government released a list of key workers who could continue to send their children to school during the pandemic.
20 March 2020
In light of the Government not explicitly adding pest management to the list of crucial sectors in their guidance, BPCA has produced a letter template for members to help ensure their employees' children can continue to go to school.
19 March 2020
Today, BPCA has written to Prime Minister Boris Johnson asking that pest management professionals be designated key workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Government announced measures yesterday so that "key workers" would be allo
