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02 May 2024

Pest control industry expert Alex Wade joins BASF

PRESS RELEASE: BASF is set to welcome industry expert Alex Wade as its new Global Technical Marketing Manager for Rodenticides.

25 April 2024

End of an Era: Industry icon, Sharon Hughes, set to retire

PRESS RELEASE After over forty years at the forefront of rodent control innovation, BASF’s Sharon Hughes has announced that she will retire from her role this summer.

05 April 2024

BPCA launches new Technical Committee, replacing Servicing and M&D

The BPCA has constituted a new committee of the Board. The BPCA Technical Committee will focus on the provision of pest management services, best practices and guidance. 

21 March 2024

New member benefit: Government-endorsed quality pest management through TrustMark Scheme

BPCA Servicing members will now become TrustMark registered as part of their membership for no additional cost.

18 March 2024

A sense of community at PestEx - the pest management show 2024

PestEx 2024 was a success! We're thankful to have such an amazing community with 1,609 attendees and over 100 exhibitors.

29 February 2024

BPCA election results 2024 – three new Board members  

Three new member representatives have been appointed to the BPCA Executive Board following a vote by BPCA member companies.  

26 February 2024

BPCA becomes certified complaints resolution scheme provider

BPCA is pleased to announce we are now an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) scheme provider, through the Chartered Trading Standards Institute.

26 February 2024

How's your job-ad-fu? Writing job adverts for pest control businesses

In PPC114, BPCA's Kat Shaw has written a little list of ways to jazz up your job adverts and appeal to the best talent the pest control industry has to offer.

26 February 2024

BPCA Annual Report 2023

A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2023.

26 February 2024

President's Report: Challenges and progress 2023

In Chris Cagienard's President's Report, he talks about delivering on the Association's strategy and what it means to be a member of the Association.

26 February 2024

BPCA Committee Reports 2023

In PPC114, the Chairs of BPCA's various Committees update readers on the work they've been doing in 2023.

26 February 2024

BPCA Treasurer’s Report 2023

Mark Williams gives his report on the Association's finances in 2023.

26 February 2024

BPCA Board - They work for you 2023

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.

26 February 2024

INFOGRAPHIC: 2023 in numbers

Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2023 annual report.

23 February 2024

BPCA picks up Member Engagement gong at TAF Awards 2024

BPCA is delighted to announce that we've won the Member Engagement Award at the 2024 Trade Association Forum Awards.

15 February 2024

BPCA member representative elections open now

Voting is now open for members to decide who will represent them on the BPCA Executive Board.

16 January 2024

Which? Trusted Traders new year discounts for BPCA members

Which? TT, the go-to place for consumers looking for reliable services, are offering BPCA members 50% off fees.

12 December 2023

BPCA shortlisted for 2024 Trade Association awards 

The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has been shortlisted for three 2024 Trade Association Awards. 

29 November 2023

Check loft for pests when you’re getting the decs

BPCA are urging householders to check attics for signs of pests when getting decorations down ready for Christmas.

27 November 2023

Optimise your pest control website for Google

Ben Sisson, Managing Director of Targeted SEO, gives PPC113 the lowdown on getting pest control websites seen by as many people as possible.

27 November 2023

Tired of the rat race: Selling your pest control company

In PPC113 Henry Mott, Mergers and Acquisition Director at Vergo UK, guides pest control business owners through successful company sales.

24 October 2023

BPCA Rules amended by Executive Board

The BPCA Executive Board has signed off some small amendments to the BPCA Rules, which are now available in the Member Library.

20 October 2023

BPCA partners with Logistics UK to offer new member benefits

BPCA partners with Logistics UK to offer new member benefits.

28 September 2023

BPCA pens open letter to Minister for Rural Affairs ahead of imminent Welsh glue board ban on 17 October

The Agriculture (Wales) Bill, which includes a glue board ban, received Royal Assent with the sealing ceremony taking place on 17 August 2023.

11 September 2023

Opinion: Pricing, surveys and client expectations in pest control

In this opinion piece for PPC112, Martin Harvey discusses pricing, surveys, and client expectations.

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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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06 June 2025

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Results are in: meet your new BPCA Board representatives 2025

Six new Member Directors have been chosen to help lead the Association and represent the interests of BPCA members at the highest level.

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17 December 2025

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What the Employment Rights Act means for pest management companies

The Employment Rights Bill passed its final stages in the House of Lords on Monday, 15 December 2025. Here is what you need to know. 

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17 December 2025

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2025 BPCA Member Award winners announced

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

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16 December 2025

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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.

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