Latest News from BPCA

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).

23 September 2022

Nanogreen acquires Krypton Environmental Services

Press release: Nanogreen acquires pest control company Krypton Environmental Services, to round off their Soft Facilities Management offering.

22 September 2022

David French elected RSPH Fellow

David French, from BPCA member company 5 Star Pest Control, has recently been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH). 

22 September 2022

Free SSIP Health and Safety Certification for BPCA members launched

CQMS Safety-Scheme offers BPCA member companies a free SSIP Health and Safety Certification.

15 September 2022

National Pest Awards 2022 winners announced

The winners of the National Pest Awards were announced last night in an unforgettable ceremony in Central London.

09 September 2022

HM Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022

All at the British Pest Control Association are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen.

08 September 2022

Professional Pest Controller issue 108 (PPC108) out now

Professional pest controller magazine issue 108 is out now and available to read online for free.

07 September 2022

Pests in politics: Summer 2022

With pest management under the spotlight, BPCA has spent more time than ever monitoring what’s happening in the UK parliament and the devolved administrations.

07 September 2022

Pests in the press: April to July 2022

Our regular PPC magazine feature, taking a look at public relations and how BPCA works with the press to educate the public about pest awareness.

07 September 2022

ICUP 2022 - 7 key takeaways

In PPC108, Frances McKim gives a rundown of the seven main talking points from the International Conference on Urban Pests 2022.

07 September 2022

Rejecting misery: the importance of work-life balance

Bayer Environmental Science and the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) talk about the benefits of a healthy work/life balance.

07 September 2022

Hobbies in the pest control industry

Take a look at what the professional pest control community does for fun.

07 September 2022

Healthy habits for pest control professionals

Michael Coates from Combat Pest Control shares his simple tips for prioritising our health, at work and in our spare time.

07 September 2022

Investing in health and wellbeing for pest management companies

How can employers and companies look out for signs of stress and anxiety, and help their most valuable asset, their employees?

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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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02 April 2025

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VIDEO: BPCA Annual Report 2024

Watch our video round-up of the BPCA Annual Report, feat. the President's Report, Treasurer's Report and Committee updates.

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01 April 2025

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HSE: Stress Awareness Month

April is Stress Awareness Month and HSE has put together some tips and webinars on managing stress in the workplace.

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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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