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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.

27 February 2026

BPCA wins Magazine of the Year award at TAF 2026

BPCA picked up two accolades in London last night at the 2026 TAF Awards.

19 February 2026

BPCA backs Government Youth Guarantee and urges pest professionals to get involved

BPCA is working with the Department for Work and Pensions to encourage pest management businesses to take part in the Government’s new Youth Guarantee scheme.

06 February 2026

VIDEO: Is upselling and offering additional services the key to growth for pest companies?

The panel explores how services like pest proofing, loft work, pest awareness training and root cause analysis can support business growth without distracting from core pest control work.

02 February 2026

VIDEO: Insectram Awakens - AI integration and digital monitoring

Sponsored. The pest control industry is changing fast. AI, smart traps and digital monitoring are no longer “nice to have” – they’re quickly becoming essential.

28 January 2026

Free government AI training opens up for everyone

The UK government has announced a major expansion of its AI Skills Boost programme , making free, practical AI training available to every adult in the country.

15 January 2026

VIDEO: Pest equipment maintenance – getting ready for insect season with Anna Iversen

We spend a lot of time talking about products, pests and labels. But what about the equipment that actually puts chemistry where it needs to be?

15 January 2026

Full PestEx 2026 Technical Theatre programme released

BPCA has unveiled the full Technical Theatre seminar schedule for PestEx. Two days of focused talks built for pest professionals.

07 January 2026

BPCA joins cross-sector call for stronger partnership between government and trade bodies

British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has joined a major cross-sector coalition of professional and membership bodies calling on the government to work more closely with accredited organisations to boost skills, productivity and public confidence.

17 December 2025

2025 BPCA Member Award winners announced

The BPCA Member Award winners were announced at the festive special Digital Forum on 17 December 2025.

16 December 2025

BPCA offices closed over Christmas and new year

British Pest Control Association offices will be closed for the holiday period and will reopen in the new year.

15 December 2025

BPCA wrapped 2025: a message to members from Rosina Robson

In this video, Rosina Robson, Chief Executive of the British Pest Control Association, reflects on a year of momentum, challenge and progress for the Association.

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29 October 2026

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Shape housing policy and reduce the misery caused by pest infestations at home

Nobody deserves to live with a pest infestation. Sharing what you’ve seen in people’s homes can help BPCA secure stronger, workable protections for residents.

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27 October 2026

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BPCA puts pest management on the careers map at AgriFest

BPCA attended AgriFest 2026 at the Norfolk Showground to introduce visitors to careers in pest management. The event welcomed 1,951 people, including 1,261 aged 16 to 24.

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15 October 2026

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BPCA Chief Exec defends working dogs at Stormont

BPCA gave evidence at Stormont to make sure the draft Hunting with Dogs (Northern Ireland) Bill protects the use of working dogs in pest management.

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12 November 2026

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Rodenticide review backs stewardship but calls for stronger safeguards

Rodenticide stewardship has improved professional practice but has yet to deliver the expected reduction in wildlife residues, a government review has found.

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10 November 2026

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New Level 3 pest management qualification gets RSPH sign off

The development of the new Level 3 Certificate in Pest Management qualification has reached a significant milestone following formal sign-off.

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09 November 2026

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GET INVOLVED: Members wanted to star in short documentary

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.

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