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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.

20 September 2024

Full Memcom membership for BPCA

British Pest Control Association is pleased to officially be a full member of the Memcom community.

19 September 2024

Stop the presses! BPCA in the media

Find out how BPCA engages with the press to reach the public on behalf of the pest management sector.

08 August 2024

Professional Pest Controller issue 116 (PPC116) out now

PPC116 is out now and packed full of great content.

08 August 2024

Your guide to Bumblebees in the UK

The Bumblebee Conservation Trust aims to inspire public support for bumblebee conservation across the UK and offers a helpful guide for identifying these bees in gardens.

07 August 2024

Lethal Dose 50 (LD50) - everything you need to know

Knowing the LD50 helps assess rodenticide toxicity, compare chemical effects, and improve safety guidelines in pest control.

07 August 2024

What we learned about rodenticide use from 800 pest professionals

The recent BPCA Future of Pest Management survey gathered over 800 responses from pest professionals, providing insights into rodenticide use and education.

07 August 2024

Opinion: How do we navigate a sustainable future in pest management?

Opinion: True sustainability focuses on reducing environmental impact, enhancing our profession's reputation, and increasing profitability for future generations.

07 August 2024

Strategies for making the most of your business sale

In the current climate, careful planning and a good adviser are essential for minimizing taxes and maximizing net proceeds when selling your business.

05 August 2024

New guidance issued to professional rodenticide users

CRRU has released its latest CoBP, reflecting forthcoming legal requirements on professional rodenticide application and supporting the safe and effective rodent pest management delivered by gamekeepers, farmers and pest control technicians.

25 July 2024

BPCA issues professional guidance for glue board users in England, ahead of the implementation of the licensing scheme

To help members navigate glue board licences in England, BPCA has developed practical guidance that covers all aspects of the new scheme. 

18 July 2024

Insurance warning to pest controllers as new law comes into force

PRESS RELEASE Cliverton, a leading animal business insurance broker, urges pest controllers to consider insurance implications of glue traps before new legislation takes effect.

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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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