10 March 2026
BUSINESS Oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel for the first time in years following conflict in the Middle East, pushing up petrol and diesel prices across the UK. The rise follows airstrikes launched by Israel and the U
09 March 2026
PPC122 is out now! It’s packed with practical insight, including features on humane dispatch, gull control and a back-to-basics look at air rifle fundamentals for pest professionals. We’ve also got expert opinion on
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PPC122 | EDITORIAL As it’s the PestEx showguide edition, I’ve stolen this page from the editors to talk about all the amazing event-y things we’ve got coming up! PestEx is BPCA’s flagship event and the biggest mome
PPC122 | PRESS As is typical for the colder months, rats and mice have had a major part to play in raising BPCA’s profile across the media since the last Pests in the Press update. Advice for householders to check for uninvited gues
PPC122 | 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, Rosina Rob
PPC122 | ASK THE TECHNICAL TEAM In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk about fox control, flea issues, bird netting tendering, and search engine optimisation. What can I do for fox control if we’re no longer allowed to use l
QUALIFICATIONS BPCA has launched two new preparation courses designed to help experienced pest professionals get ready for two of the sector’s most respected professional accreditations. The new BPCA Certificated Advanced Technician
GULL MANAGEMENT NatureScot has launched a new national awareness campaign encouraging people across Scotland to stop feeding gulls, manage waste responsibly and take steps to gull-proof their homes and businesses. The campaign foll
PPC122 | TECHNICAL In rural and agricultural societies, firearms have long been essential tools for protecting crops and livestock from damage caused by various animals, including rodents, birds, and in some places around the world, even large
PPC122 | OPINION In 2023, the Conservative government launched a consultation on various firearms licensing issues. This had been considerably watered down after the Home Office called a meeting to ask shooting association represent
PPC122 | OPINION For anyone new to pest management or considering a career in the industry, the idea of humanely dispatching an animal can feel daunting. It’s a topic that’s rarely discussed openly, yet it’s an important part
LEGISLATION The Government has confirmed when new restrictions on the sale and use of lead ammunition will take effect across England, Scotland and Wales. The measures follow recommendations from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE
05 March 2026
CHEMICAL REGULATION BPCA has submitted a response to the European Commission’s consultation on the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) Refit, setting out what needs to change to keep public health pest control effective, affordable and
PPC122 | TECHNICAL Niall Gallagher, Technical Manager at BPCA, shares practical insight on one of the most challenging bird species facing pest professionals today. Niall explores gull identification, licensing, behaviour and the practical rea
PPC122 | MEET THE TECHNICIAN Dale Seaman, Pest Control Technician at Bounty Pest Control, completed the onboarding scheme and his Level 2 Certificate in record time. He spoke to PPC magazine about how he found the industry and how the structur
PPC122 | OPINION In discussions about diversity, we often focus on gender, race, age, or disability. And rightly so. Representation matters. But if we stop the conversation there, we risk missing a vital point: diversity isn’t
PPC122 | BUSINESS Whether you’re a sole trader or have a larger business, branding is important for creating an identity for your business and building relationships with customers. Having a brand that appeals to your target market and i
PRESS RELEASE Pest controllers are being warned to be careful to only source their Advion Cockroach and Advion Ant gel products from the authorised distribution network, or potentially fall foul of counterfeit product that could adversely affe
06 March 2026
TEAM UPDATE BPCA Chief Executive Rosina Robson has been named in the Women in Trade Associations Powerlist 2026, which recognises inspirational women shaping the future of membership organisations across the UK. The annual Powerlist
PPC122 | ANNUAL REPORT JANUARY BPCA published a Freedom of Information (FOI) response from the Met Police, which revealed that no training had been provided to officers on glue trap protocols. FEBRUARY BPCA issued precautionary gu
PPC122 | ANNUAL REPORT Guided by purpose and looking ahead to 2030 It gives me great pleasure, as President, to reflect on the past year for BPCA. It has been a year with a huge amount to celebrate, driven by the shared commitment of our memb
PPC122 | ANNUAL REPORT How BPCA committees are shaping the future of pest management We held a roundtable conversation with our four committee chairs to reflect on the great work they all achieved with their fellow volunteers in 2025. Equa
