Latest News from BPCA

01 February 2022

Enfield-based Integrated Pest Management acquired by Orkin

Press release: Orkin, a subsidiary pest control brand of US-based Rollins Inc, finalised the acquisition of Enfield-based Integrated Pest Management Ltd (IPM) before Christmas. 

01 February 2022

VIDEO: Bed bug basics | Digital Forum 11.5

In this video, BPCA's John Horsley gives a presentation on bed bug biology, behaviour and control.

01 February 2022

VIDEO: SPIs - A needle in a haystack | Digital Forum 11.5

In this video, Edialux's John Stewart talks about how to manage Stored Product Insect infestations.

01 February 2022

VIDEO: The IPM farm | Digital Forum 11.5

In this video, Wade Environmental's Alex Wade talks about the IPM farm: what is it, what does it do and why should you be interested?

01 February 2022

VIDEO: Driving for better business | Digital Forum 11.5

In this video, Jim Magner from National Highways talks about the Driving for Better Business scheme and how it can help those who organise drivers as part of their business.

28 January 2022

BASF returns to PestEx to showcase award-winning rodenticide

Press release: BPCA member BASF Pest Control Solutions is set to return to PestEx in March 2022 to exhibit its portfolio of innovative solutions to the pest control industry. 

27 January 2022

Stay updated on changes to the Highway Code

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced significant changes to the rules for all types of road users from 29 January.

26 January 2022

Cleankill says goodbye to longest-serving pest control technician

Industry stalwart Phil Nye has retired after 20 years with BPCA member Cleankill.

26 January 2022

New study says some methods of rat control fail to consider animal welfare impacts

A study led by the University of Oxford has found that glue boards and anticoagulant poisoning are among the worst rodent management methods for their impact on rat welfare.

25 January 2022

New for 2022: Add your BPCA Registered card to your Google or Apple Wallet

This year, anyone on the BPCA Registered scheme can choose to have a digital flashcard version of their identification card available on their phone.

24 January 2022

Come see BBwear at PestEx 2022 for your chance to win an Ultra Bee Suit

Press release: Cornwall-based beekeeping clothing manufacturer, BBwear will be making their PestEx debut this March.

21 January 2022

Plans to outlaw glue boards in Scotland announced

On Thursday, 20 January 2022, the Scottish government announced plans to implement a total ban of rodent glue boards.

20 January 2022

New certified bed bug detection dogs website launched

Press release: Not-for-profit Bed Bug Foundation (BBF) has launched a new website to make it easy for pest controllers to locate companies offering bed bug detection dog services.

20 January 2022

Glue Traps (Offences) Bill passes committee stage without amendment

Although two hours were scheduled for the meeting, it took only 45 minutes for MPs to decide to pass the Bill through its Committee stage without amendment.

19 January 2022

New appointments at pest control technology company Pelsis Group

Press release: BPCA member Pelsis Group is pleased to announce the appointments of new Chief Executive officer and Chief Commercial Officer.

18 January 2022

New label conditions on "robustness" of rodenticide bait boxes

New label text and bait-station standards designed to prevent tampering by animals and children, says Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU).

17 January 2022

Pelsis acquires insect pest control systems manufacturer

Press release: BPCA member Pelsis Group has purchased West Midlands-based manufacturer Brandenburg for an undisclosed sum.

17 January 2022

Night School pest control training courses return

Following a successful first run of evening classes in 2021, BPCA Night School is back!

14 January 2022

VIDEO: Know your pesticide labels

In this video, Natalie Bungay explores pesticide labels and what pest controllers need to know to stay on the right side of the law.

05 January 2022

Defra publishes 2022 General Licences for bird control

Defra has published updated General Licences for wild bird control in England effective from 1 January 2022.

22 December 2021

Pelsis Group acquires Spanish pest control products businesses

Press release: BPCA member Pelsis Group has acquired Madrid-based pest control products businesses Sanitrade and Vesta Distribuciones, to expand Edialux offering.

20 December 2021

Daera issue amended interim general licences pending consultation

Daera has issued amended, interim licences. Several bird species have been removed from either all or some of the three general licences.

17 December 2021

NRW confirm Welsh general licence extension until June 2022

Natural Resources Wales confirm that current Welsh general licences for the control of wild birds will be unchanged until 30 June 2022.

17 December 2021

VIDEO: Principles of waste management for pest professionals

In this video, Natalie Bungay looks at different types of pest control waste, methods of disposal and legislation around hazardous waste.

16 December 2021

Sri-Lankan based Exterminators Ltd to list company on stock exchange

Press release: BPCA Observer member Exterminators Limited is delighted to announce that the company is planning to list on the Colombo Stock Exchange in January 2022.

15 December 2021

Bayer add 1env to their pest control product distributor list 

Press release: BPCA member Bayer are increasing access to their products by adding professional pest control suppliers, 1env, to their distributor list in 2022.

14 December 2021

BPCA charity of the year 2022 announced

An update on BPCA's fundraising efforts for Prostate Cancer UK this year and who the charity of the year will be in 2022.

14 December 2021

Pestforce celebrates success at 2021 conference in Warwickshire

Press release: On 25 November 2021 BPCA member Pestforce held its annual conference at Coombe Abbey in Warwickshire.

14 December 2021

Wild Justice claims win in Northern Ireland general licences case

Campaign group Wild Justice has issued a release celebrating a "landmark victory" in a legal challenge to Northern Ireland’s general licences for the control of wild birds.

14 December 2021

Rentokil to buy Terminix in $6.7bn pest control deal

Press release: BPCA member Rentokil will buy U.S.-based rival Terminix Global in a $6.7 billion deal, scaling up the company's pest control business in North America.

13 December 2021

Girl, 11, dies in incident reportedly linked to "pest control products"

Unidentified "pest control products" are believed to have caused the death of an 11-year-old girl in a building in east London.

13 December 2021

BPCA shortlisted for TAF Best Practice Awards 2022 

BPCA is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted in six categories at the prestigious Trade Association Forum Best Practice Awards. 

10 December 2021

Abridged CRRU Code of Best Practice to be made available for trainee pest technicians

CRRU announces intention to publish an abridged adaptation of the CRRU Code of Best Practice in pest rodent control in January 2022.

10 December 2021

VIDEO: Exploring mental health triggers for pest professionals

In this video, guest speakers from Essentially Human discuss how emotional triggers are a valuable signal, not to be ignored. 

09 December 2021

Covid-19 update: new UK winter restrictions announced

As the UK tries to stay ahead of the new Omicron Covid-19 variant, new restrictions have been introduced which may impact the way pest control professionals carry out work.

07 December 2021

Spotta partners with cleaning company to offer bed bug protection in UK

Press release: Stainbusters Cleaning & Hygiene Services has been appointed a reseller partner for Spotta’s smart 24/7 bed bug monitoring technology.

07 December 2021

Case study: TrapMe rodent monitoring system for pest control

Press release: BPCA member Pelsis provides a case study on their real-time-data-driven rodent monitoring system, TrapMe, with the help of Safeguard Pest Control.

07 December 2021

Act fast on Red Spider Mites, urges trade body

British Pest Control Association is urging householders to seek professional help quickly if red spider mites invade their home.

02 December 2021

Pest control company scoops award for work during Covid-19 pandemic

Press release: London Network for Pest Solutions (LNPS) is celebrating after winning the ‘Covid Response & Resilience’ award at this year’s Newham Business Awards.

30 November 2021

Sri-Lankan based Exterminators Ltd named 'Great Place to Work'

Press release: BPCA Observer member, Exterminators Limited, is Asia’s first pest control business to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’.

25 November 2021

VIDEO: Guidance on CRRU stewardship for rodenticide use

In this video, Natalie Bungay explains what the CRRU code of best practice covers and what you need to consider in order to comply with it.

25 November 2021

2022 key updates to employment law in the UK

A summary of the key changes to employment law which come into force next year and are likely to affect pest management businesses.

24 November 2021

Live bee removal franchise announces launch of Solihull Redditch branch

Press release: PGH Beegone, the pest control and live bee removal franchise, is ready to launch its second franchisee, who will run his own business covering the West Midlands and parts of Worcestershire.

24 November 2021

Trial sites needed to help in fight against Garden Chafer

International Pheromone Systems is looking for trial sites as part of its work to develop lures and traps to help monitor and control an insect pest that is menacing much of the UK.

24 November 2021

BASF celebrates first year anniversary of rodenticide bait Selontra

Press release: BASF Pest Control Solutions has celebrated the first year anniversary of its award-winning rodenticide, Selontra.

18 November 2021

BPCA publishes new Code of Conduct for 2022

BPCA has published an updated version of our Code of Conduct which will come into effect on 1 January 2022.

18 November 2021

VIDEO: Glue board update - November 2021

We’ve had loads of glue board related questions this week. Take a look at BPCA Chief Exec Ian Andrew’s 5-minute update to stay in the loop.

17 November 2021

PestWorld 2021 delivers: a return to face-to-face

PestWorld, the annual convention and exhibition organised by the NPMA, was held in Las Vegas, USA and was the largest in-person gathering the pest management industry has seen in the last two years.

16 November 2021

NRW extend Welsh general licences into 2022

Four general licences which authorise lethal control of birds in Wales, due to expire on 31 December, will be reissued for a short period into 2022.

15 November 2021

Brandenburg UK on a mission to reduce carbon emissions

Press release: Brandenburg UK recently exhibited at the COP26 Regional Roadshow in Wolverhampton.

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11 June 2025

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Spending Review 2025: Key announcements at a glance and how it might affect pest management

BPCA has been closely monitoring the announcements, and although pest management wasn’t directly addressed, several changes may have implications for the sector.

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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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29 May 2025

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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.

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26 June 2025

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Join BPCA's Qualifications Framework working groups

BPCA is looking for volunteers to join two working groups, to help develop new qualifications for the future framework.

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26 June 2025

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BASF renews Mental Health survey to uncover ongoing challenges in pest control

Press release: BASF, has launched its second annual mental health survey, continuing its mission to better understand and support the wellbeing of pest controllers across the UK.

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26 June 2025

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BPCA celebrates World Pest Day with social media takeover

To mark World Pest Day on 6 June, British Pest Control Association handed over our social media platforms to the real heroes of the industry—frontline pest technicians.

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