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21 May 2026

Get involved in DWP's Jobs Guarantee

DWP is seeking employers provide jobs to young people through the scheme. The Jobs Guarantee provides a fully subsidised 6-month paid job to 18-24-year-olds, with the DWP funding all employment costs.

05 May 2026

Dodgy certificates, bogus qualifications and the wild west of choosing a pest contractor

Lorraine Norton discusses a recent logo-abuse case, what it reveals about professional rodenticide use, and why customers still need help choosing the right pest control contractor.

24 April 2026

DWP webinar to showcase work experience opportunities for employers

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.

24 April 2026

Brian O'Donnell appointed Chair of BPCA Professional Standards Committee

Brian O'Donnell has been appointed Chair of BPCA’s Professional Standards Committee and has taken up a seat on the BPCA Executive Board.

08 April 2026

BPCA launches new manifestos for Wales and Scotland

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

Employment Rights Act changes now in force

The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now live. From 6 April 2026, a number of changes will affect how you manage your team.

07 April 2026

Pest management and fuel access: BPCA makes the case for key worker recognition

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

31 March 2026

GUIDANCE: Bee disease awareness and biosecurity for pest professionals

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

26 March 2026

BPCA highlights pest management at major housing reform event

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 returns to BPCA in new role as Head of Membership and Technical

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.

25 March 2026

A busy year – reflections from our Chief Executive

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.

09 March 2026

Ask the technical team: March 2026

In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk about fox control, flea issues, bird netting tendering, and search engine optimisation.

09 March 2026

New courses to help technicians prepare for CAT and CFB accreditations

The new intensive training programmes are aimed at helping candidates align their real-world experience with the standards required in the formal assessments.

09 March 2026

Back-to-basics: Air rifles for pest professionals

In this article, BPCA Technical Manager Niall Gallagher goes back to the beginning on air rifle fundamentals.

06 March 2026

BPCA Chief Executive recognised in Women in Trade Associations Powerlist 2026

BPCA Chief Executive Rosina Robson has been named in the Women in Trade Associations Powerlist 2026

05 March 2026

BPCA submits response to EU biocides review

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.

05 March 2026

The 2026 gull control playbook

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.

05 March 2026

Branding tips to boost your business

Which? Trusted Trader looks at how to create a cohesive brand for your business to help you stand out from the crowd.

05 March 2026

Annual Report: 2025

Our annual report is published in PPC magazine - making it accessible to thousands of pest professionals and the entire sector.

05 March 2026

2025 Annual report: President's report

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.

05 March 2026

Annual Report 2025: Treasurer's Report

Mike Ayers, BPCA's Treasurer, gives his report on the Association's finances in 2025.

05 March 2026

Annual report: Committee conversations

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.

05 March 2026

2025 Annual report: They work for you

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.

05 March 2026

Annual report: 2025 in numbers

Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2025 annual report.

03 March 2026

Is your UV LED lamp proven to perform? Why evidence matters in pest control

Sponsored. Insect light traps play a critical role in professional pest control, particularly in supporting effective fly monitoring in food production environments.

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30 July 2026

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BPCA seeks industry experience on working dogs

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.

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02 June 2026

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No Small Matter report: Professional pest management saves UK £1.9bn a year

An independent report commissioned by BPCA reveals the economic and social value of professional pest control in the UK.

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25 March 2026

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A busy year – reflections from our Chief Executive

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.

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15 September 2026

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National Pest Awards 2026 winners announced

The winners of the National Pest Awards, hosted by Pest magazine, were announced at a ceremony in London last week.

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14 September 2026

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Rentokil crowned Pest Business of the Year at National Pest Awards 2026

Press release: Rentokil Pest Control has been named Pest Business of the Year at the 2026 NPAs, an event that celebrates the people and businesses driving excellence across the UK pest control industry. 

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14 September 2026

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PestWorld 2026 – a global event for global delegates

A series of events designed specifically for the large number of international delegates are to be held at PestWorld 2026.

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