Latest News from BPCA

09 December 2022

New member benefit: Discounted print services from Stirland Paterson

New member benefit: Discounted print services from Stirland Paterson

02 December 2022

VIDEO: Zoonoses: Rats, fleas and spreading disease

In this video, Alex Wade will explore commonly encountered diseases associated with pests, plus methods of transmission.

02 December 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 16 | Enhancing monitoring and management of insect pests

In this video Dr Sam Jones from International Pheromone Systems, talks about enhancing monitoring and management of insect pests.

02 December 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 16 | Not just a lamp in a box - why LED insect light traps are the future

In this video, Tom Holmes, on behalf of Edialux, talks about the upsides of using LED light traps for insect control.

02 December 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 16 | The wonderful world of rats

In this video, Alex Wade takes a look at all the strange and fascinating things you may not know about rats!

01 December 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 16 | Role of the regulators: what does pest control product assessment involve?

In this video, Ryan Smith from HSE talks about how pest control products are assessed before going on sale to professionals and the public.

24 November 2022

LNPS sponsors East London youth motorcycle display team

Press release: London Network for Pest Solutions has agreed a sponsorship deal with world-famous East London-based charity The Imps. 

24 November 2022

Dr Sam Jones to share pest monitoring expertise at BPCA webinar

Press release: International Pheromone Systems’ Technical Director Dr Sam Jones will be giving a talk as part of the next Digital BPCA Pest Management Forum.

22 November 2022

BPCA gives evidence to Welsh Select Committee on glue boards

BPCA represented the pest control industry in the fight for glue board use at a Welsh Parliament evidence gathering session this month.

22 November 2022

Industry visits Japan for Pest Summit 2022

The international pest management community once again gathered for Pest Summit 2022 in Japan. Frances McKim reports on the event.

18 November 2022

New treatment report templates for BPCA members

Two treatment report templates have been made available for BPCA members and their employees to use.

17 November 2022

Autumn 2022 budget statement: what does it mean for pest controllers?

The UK is now officially in recession as Jeremy Hunt unveiled the Autumn budget in Parliament today (17 Nov 22).

17 November 2022

New member benefit: Discounted training and free support from Veritas Pest Consultancy

Veritas Pest Consultancy is offering discounted in-person training exclusively for members.

15 November 2022

Marked increase in illegal rodenticide use threatens future availability, says CRRU

A sudden increase in the numbers of wildlife incidents involving the rodenticide brodifacoum has been identified by government-run Wildlife Incident Investigation Scheme (WIIS).

14 November 2022

New member benefit: Discounted hire equipment from WowNow Hire

BPCA has partnered with WowNow Hire to give members discounts on tailor-made hire solutions for pest businesses.

11 November 2022

Orkin to attend Falconry Festival races

Press release: Birds of prey used at Orkin’s UK operations have been invited to compete at the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival held in Saudi Arabia in December this year.

11 November 2022

PPC Live 2023 sneak peek - seminars, demonstrations, practical sessions and more!

Registration is open now for 2023!

07 November 2022

VIDEO: Professional pest proofing strategies

In this video John explores why we need to carry out proofing, managing proofing strategies and building designs that could exacerbate an infestation.

04 November 2022

Scottish glue board ban will affect most vulnerable, says BPCA

Proposals in Scotland relating to a ban on the use of glue traps and increased regulation of other wildlife traps have been published.

04 November 2022

Avian flu: Warning for falconers as housing order introduced

From Monday 7 November it will be a legal requirement for all those keeping birds to house their flocks.

03 November 2022

Professional Pest Controller issue 109 (PPC109) out now

Professional pest controller magazine issue 109 is out now and available to read online for free.

01 November 2022

Pests in the press: July to September 2022

Press activity ramped up with appearances on television and radio for BPCA.

01 November 2022

Pest in politics: Autumn 2022

Stay up-to-date with all things pest in the UK Parliament and devolved administrations. PPC helps keep you firmly in the loop.

01 November 2022

The wonder of rats - the incredible and sometimes disgusting things they do

Alex Wade from Wade Environmental delves into some of the incredible (and sometimes disgusting) things rats can do. 

01 November 2022

Rodent baiting for pest controllers and environmental impact

Oliver Madge gives an overview of the purpose of baiting strategies and how environmental surroundings should inform a pest controller’s choice of baits.

01 November 2022

PestWatch: Ship rats in Britain

Professor Stephen Harris talks to PPC magazine about establishing the status of ship rats in Britain.

01 November 2022

Dealing with dead rodent odours

PPC asked Bill Vaughan from Earth Care to talk us through the approaches available to deal with those nasty smells.

31 October 2022

CRRU update for 2022 – how is rodenticide stewardship going?

Dr Alan Buckle gives an overview to PPC on where the stewardship scheme is at and where it’s going.

31 October 2022

Ask the technical team October 2022

It's our regular BPCA technical team FAQ, with questions on non-native status, carcass disposal, rodent teeth, zoonosis and ectoparasites.

31 October 2022

New Code of Best Practice - drain surveys

BPCA teamed up with drain survey experts Davy Brown and David Lodge, to provide a new Code of Best Practice on carrying out drain surveys for pest activity.

31 October 2022

5 basics for pest control success

BPCA Technical Support Officer John Horsley to tell us his top five steps to improve pest management outcomes.

31 October 2022

Sustainability and dynamic Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for professionals

Dynamic integrated pest management (IPM) is a more sustainable approach to pest control, Envu explains.

31 October 2022

How to professionally control wood pigeons – pest advice for professionals

Dave Archer tells all about his experience of dealing with wood pigeons.

31 October 2022

Meet the members: 25 years of Bounty Pest Control

This year, Kent-based Bounty Pest Control celebrated 25 years in business.

31 October 2022

Non-native species - do you know your obligations as a pest controller

Chris Cagienard to explains the process when dealing with an imported non-native species.

31 October 2022

Corporate social responsibility: what kind of impact can a pest management company create?

PPC regular Michael Coates explains how corporate social responsibility doesn’t have to be about mega organisations and box-ticking.

31 October 2022

Owning a pest control business - when do you break-even?

Blu Bookkeeping help you figure out finances for your pest control business.

28 October 2022

Developing your pest control skills with BPCA

BPCA’s Training and Professional Development Manager, Karen Dawes, explores why continuing professional development (CPD) can be a great tool with the right attitude.

27 October 2022

Pest control industry flocks to Boston for PestWorld 2022

Press release: The professional pest control industry was out in force at this year’s PestWorld 2022 event held in Boston over four days in October.

21 October 2022

Cinven acquires Bayer Environmental Science

Bayer has completed the sale of its Environmental Science Professional business to the international private equity firm Cinven.

20 October 2022

Updated options for rodenticide ‘proof-of-competence’ training

Lantra Awards has developed a new qualification to replace both ‘Rodent Control on Farms’ and ‘Responsible and Effective Control of Commensal Rodents’ certifications.

18 October 2022

New appointments at Pelsis Group

Global pest control manufacturer and distributor Pelsis Group has appointed Scott Gammon and Tom Holmes.

14 October 2022

Sri-Lankan based Exterminators are Carbon Neutral for 7th year running

BPCA Observer members Exterminators PLC gained Carbon Neutral certification for the seventh consecutive year, demonstrating their commitment to the environment. 

10 October 2022

VIDEO: Rodent behavioural and physiological resistance

In this video, John Horsley explores rat and mouse behaviours, physiological resistance to rodenticides and managing resistance.

07 October 2022

Confirmed Asian hornet sighting in Dover

A member of the public took a photo of an Asian hornet in Dover which has been confirmed by the National Bee Unit.

06 October 2022

BPCA to give evidence as Welsh Parliament set to ban glue boards

BPCA has been invited to give evidence defending glue boards at the Welsh Parliament in November.

03 October 2022

Engineering company fined for amateur pest control accident

An engineering company has been fined after one of its employees fell through a roof while installing bird deterrent spikes.

29 September 2022

Ready, aim, fire! Scientists build cockroach killing laser

Press release: A scientist at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh has designed a laser and AI system that can target and kill cockroaches.

28 September 2022

Avian flu control zones in force across East England

Following a number of cases of bird flu in across the east of England, an AIPZ was declared in Norfolk, Suffolk and parts of Essex.

27 September 2022

Call your GP or vet to remove ticks say pest experts

An upsurge in ticks could follow a long hot summer, according to experts at national trade body, British Pest Control Association (BPCA).

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27 March 2025

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PPC Live 2025 review: a showcase of pest control expertise

PPC Live returned to Harrogate on 19 March 2025, once again bringing together the UK pest industry for a day of networking, learning and expert insights. 

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13 March 2025

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Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread

Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.

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29 January 2025

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Sticky situation: Met Police caught unprepared on Glue Trap law

In December, BPCA received a Freedom of Information (FOI) response from the Metropolitan Police, which revealed that no training had been provided to officers on glue trap protocols. 

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24 April 2025

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New rules on workplace recycling in England

New recycling rules in England, effective from March 31, 2025, require businesses with 10 or more employees to separate waste into three categories.

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24 April 2025

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Case study: Tackling tough infestations with Selontra

Press release: A case study on how Selontra achieves fast, eco-friendly control in challenging conditions

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24 April 2025

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BPCA carry out public health campaign for Birmingham residents

BPCA has been highlighting the pest risks associated with the bin strikes for people living in Birmingham.

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