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12 June 2025

How to win (Facebook) friends and influence people: social media for pest management companies

At PestEx 2024, a panel discussion on the benefits of social media for pest controllers took place. We round up the key talking points for PPC119.

12 June 2025

EDI Committee: Boosting recruitment in the pest control industry

The pest control industry must replace 3,500 roles in the next decade, and the EDI Committee is working to attract diverse talent by addressing barriers and improving how the industry is perceived

29 May 2025

VOTING OPENS in BPCA member elections - 13 candidates stand for SIX places on BPCA Board

Voting has officially opened in the BPCA Member Elections 2025, with 13 nominees standing for SIX open seats on the Executive Board.

19 May 2025

BPCA appoints Rosina Robson as chief executive

BPCA has confirmed that Rosina Robson will take the helm as chief executive as of  2 June 2025.

15 May 2025

Join the BPCA Executive Board: Put yourself forward now

BPCA is on the lookout for new Executive Board Directors to help shape the future of the Association.

22 April 2025

UK Pesticides National Action Plan (NAP)’s minimal impact public health pest management

NAP is setting out a strategy to reduce the environmental risk of pesticides by 10% over the next five years. 

25 March 2025

New company size thresholds from April 2025: Lower reporting burdens for UK businesses

On 6 April 2025, updates will be introduced to reflect inflation, ensuring smaller businesses benefit from reduced regulations.

24 March 2025

Professional Pest Controller issue 118 (PPC118) out now

PPC118 is out now and packed full of great content.

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024

A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2024.

14 March 2025

President's Report 2024

In Chris Cagienard's President's Report from the BPCA Annual Report 2024, he talks about culture, policy and building relationships.

14 March 2025

BPCA Committee Reports 2024

In PPC118, the Chairs of BPCA's various Committees update readers on the work they've been doing in 2024.

14 March 2025

BPCA Treasurer’s Report 2024

Mark Williams, BPCA's Treasurer, gives his report on the Association's finances in 2024.

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024 - 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.

14 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: 2024 in numbers

Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2024 annual report.

26 February 2025

Bird flu (HPAI) guidance for pest management professionals

Precautionary guidance for pest professionals working alongside birds and cattle during a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak.

11 February 2025

Missing Google Reviews or Suspended Profiles? A Quick Guide for Pest Management Professionals

If you’re a pest controller noticing that customer reviews have disappeared from your Google Business Profile (or that your profile has been suspended), you’re not alone.

21 January 2025

CEO recruitment for BPCA underway

BPCA is pleased to announce that the search for its new Chief Executive Officer has begun.

10 December 2024

Professional Pest Controller issue 117 (PPC117) out now

PPC117 is out now and packed full of great content.

05 December 2024

Rage against the machines: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in pest management

At PestEx, a panel of digital pest control experts debated the merits of AI use in pest management.

11 November 2024

BPCA scheduled system upgrades: possible disruptions

We're carrying out essential system upgrades, which may cause some disruptions.

31 October 2024

2024 Autumn Budget: how might it affect pest businesses?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves released the long-awaited autumn budget plans yesterday. We've put together a wrap-up of how those changes might affect pest businesses.

29 October 2024

Real Living Wage set to rise across UK

Living Wage Foundation is increasing the real Living Wage rates, a voluntary rate paid by employers across the UK.

15 October 2024

TAKE PART: Consultation begins on the Pest Management Qualifications Framework

A consultation is open concerning the future of pest management qualifications.

30 September 2024

BPCA win highly commended in awards for member support

BPCA has won a highly commended award for ‘member support’ at the 2024 Memcom excellence awards.

23 September 2024

NEW Equality, Diversity and Inclusion toolkit for BPCA members

BPCA has released EDI guidance for pest management companies.

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24 February 2026

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SURVEY: Home Office plans to change firearms licensing – tell us how it might impact you

While no new consultation has yet been launched, proposals to align shotgun licensing more closely with rifle controls could have serious implications for pest professionals who rely on shotguns for legitimate, professional use.

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30 October 2025

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BPCA launch new careers hub, video and Open Doors Charter

Rosina Robson shares how the Association’s new pestcareers.org.uk hub, recruitment film, Open Doors Charter and social media campaign are helping to attract a more diverse, skilled and inspired workforce into pest management.

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07 July 2025

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BPCA pledges support to Armed Forces Community with covenant commitment

BPCA has proudly signed the Armed Forces Covenant, strengthening its commitment to supporting current and former military personnel and their families.

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27 February 2026

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BPCA wins Magazine of the Year award at TAF 2026

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

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26 February 2026

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First to be awarded Deer Management Certificate Level 3

Press release: Karolien Van der Vorm has become the first person in the UK to be awarded the Deer Management Certificate Level 3 (DMC3).

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25 February 2026

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BASF product pre-launch unveils innovative fly control solution

Pest control manufacturer and BPCA member BASF held a packed product pre-launch event this week, to showcase its latest innovation in fly management. 

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