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12 November 2026
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Rodenticide stewardship has improved professional practice but has yet to deliver the expected reduction in wildlife residues, a government review has found.
28 April 2026
The African Pest Control Association (APCA) joins the global community in commemorating World Malaria Day 2026.
24 April 2026
BPCA has added its voice to calls for a more practical approach to UK REACH, warning that unnecessary duplication could affect product availability, costs and innovation across the pest management supply chain.
BPCA members are invited to attend an upcoming DWP webinar on how work experience placements can support businesses while helping young people take their first steps into employment.
Philip Dalgliesh has retired from Killgerm after more than 50 years with the business.
A recent report found that homeless families in England are being placed into unsafe properties, often with pest infestations.
Brian O'Donnell has been appointed Chair of BPCA’s Professional Standards Committee and has taken up a seat on the BPCA Executive Board.
22 April 2026
BPCA members are being encouraged to take part in HMRC’s Tell ABAB survey, which is now open.
21 April 2026
Killgerm has launched a new set of free online training videos to help pest professionals complete their CRRU-UK-approved CPD points.
08 April 2026
Matt shares how he moved from hospitality into environmental health, before eventually launching his own pest control business, iX5.
BPCA has published two new manifestos setting out how the next Welsh and Scottish Governments can better protect homes, businesses and public health from pests
07 April 2026
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now live. From 6 April 2026, a number of changes will affect how you manage your team.
BPCA has written to the Secretary of States for Business & Trade and Energy Security & Net Zero, to ask that pest professionals be included in the National Emergency Plan for Fuel, setting out the sector’s case as an essential service and key workers
PRESS RELEASE: PelGar International, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrej Branc as the company’s new Head of Global Sales and Americas Business Manager, effective immediately
31 March 2026
Kristian Nettleship, BPCA Membership Support Officer, talks about meeting Harrison at PestEx and taking him out on a member visit to show how UK pest management works in practice.
Bee disease is one of those risks that can quietly sit in the background of a job until it suddenly becomes very real. For pest professionals involved in bee removals, understanding disease risk, spotting the signs and knowing what to do next is esse
30 March 2026
BPCA welcomed Maya Ellis MP to Lancashire last week, as part of a visit to LES Pest Management to explore the role of professional pest management in protecting public health.
26 March 2026
BPCA took part in RHE Global’s Housing 2026 conference in Birmingham on 25 March, an event focused on raising standards and improving health across the housing sector.
25 March 2026
Natalie Bungay is set to return to BPCA as our new Head of Membership and Technical, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a familiar face to many across the sector.
Rosina Robson reflects on her first year leading the organisation, from attending PPC Live incognito to overseeing a successful PestEx and strengthening BPCA’s voice across the sector.
24 March 2026
PestEx played host to around 2,100 people and over 1,600 visitors between 18 and 19 March, for the UK’s biggest pest control event in the calendar year.
BPCA is asking pest professionals, manufacturers and suppliers to share their views on mole traps as the Government prepares to review their use in England.
BPCA members can now complete their CRRU-UK-approved CPD for 2027 through a series of free online modules, available via their MyBPCA area.
23 March 2026
Experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA) have warned rodent infestations can pose a significant public health risk in the wake of a ‘do not eat’ alert from the Food Standards Agency.
11 March 2026
The UK Government has confirmed that rules governing biocidal products will be aligned with European Union regulations as part of a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement.
BPCA members can take advantage of a new limited-time offer from Which? Trusted Traders aimed at helping pest management businesses stand out and win more work.
10 March 2026
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.
09 March 2026
PPC122 is out now and packed full of practical insights.
BPCA’s winter media coverage focused on rats and mice, with national and regional press features, while trade articles and upcoming PestEx promotion continue raising awareness across sectors.
Rosina Robson updates readers on BPCA’s lobbying priorities, including protecting the pest control toolkit, supporting Awaab’s Law implementation and promoting innovation in chemical regulation.
In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk about fox control, flea issues, bird netting tendering, and search engine optimisation.
The new intensive training programmes are aimed at helping candidates align their real-world experience with the standards required in the formal assessments.
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.
In this article, BPCA Technical Manager Niall Gallagher goes back to the beginning on air rifle fundamentals.
Bill Harriman of BASC argues proposed changes to align shotgun licensing with other firearms would create unnecessary bureaucracy, restrict lawful use and significantly reduce shotgun ownership.
Pest professionals discuss the often-unspoken realities of humane dispatch, sharing honest perspectives on the emotions, responsibilities and professionalism involved in protecting public health and preventing animal suffering.
The Government has confirmed when new restrictions on the sale and use of lead ammunition will take effect across England, Scotland and Wales.
06 March 2026
BPCA Chief Executive Rosina Robson has been named in the Women in Trade Associations Powerlist 2026
05 March 2026
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 innovation-friendly.
Niall Gallagher, BPCA Technical Manager, provides practical guidance on gull identification, behaviour and licensing, helping pest professionals manage gulls legally and effectively ahead of the 2026 season.
Dale Seaman of Bounty Pest Control completed the onboarding scheme and Level 2 Certificate quickly, telling PPC how the structured framework gave him confidence starting his pest management career.
Julia Pittman, Chair of BPCA's EDI Committee, gives her view on why diversity isn't just a tickbox exercise - it's good for business.
Which? Trusted Trader looks at how to create a cohesive brand for your business to help you stand out from the crowd.
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 affect results and risk b
Our annual report is published in PPC magazine - making it accessible to thousands of pest professionals and the entire sector.
BPCA’s President reflects on a successful year strengthening professionalism in UK pest management, celebrating member contributions while preparing a new strategy to guide the industry toward 2030.
Mike Ayers, BPCA's Treasurer, gives his report on the Association's finances in 2025.
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.
The BPCA Executive Board is the governing body of the Association. Take a look at your current Exec Board and their role in shaping BPCA this year.
Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2025 annual report.
Welcome to the PestEx 2026 showguide: your definitive look at what’s happening at the biggest pest event of the year.
10 November 2026
The development of the new Level 3 Certificate in Pest Management qualification has reached a significant milestone following formal sign-off.
09 November 2026
We’re looking for up to five small and medium-sized BPCA servicing member companies to feature in a short documentary that shows the people behind professional pest management.
13 November 2026
In this step-by-step guide for BPCA members, we show you how to make the most of your Find a pest controller profile.
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