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18 July 2024

Insurance warning to pest controllers as new law comes into force

PRESS RELEASE

Leading animal business insurance broker Cliverton is urging pest controllers to be aware of the insurance implications associated with the use of glue traps, ahead of new legislation coming into effect.

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The Glue Traps (Offences) Act 2022, which will be enforced from 31 July 2024, restricts the use of glue traps, also known as ‘glue boards’ or ‘sticky boards’.

These traps, consisting of a sheet coated with non-drying adhesive to trap rodents such as mice and rats, are widely considered inhumane.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) highlights that rodents caught in these traps often suffer severe injuries and can die slowly from various causes. Furthermore, improper use of glue traps can lead to the unintended capture of non-target species.

According to the law, pest professionals can only continue to use rodent glue boards under licence.

To obtain a licence, Defra (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) has outlined key principles which must be adhered to, including strict guidelines to ensure humane practices and to minimise the risk to non-target species.

“We advise pest controllers to review their insurance policies and ensure they are compliant with the new legislation,” said Lynne Fisher, Associate Director of Cliverton.

“Significant changes are coming into force, and we are here to help businesses navigate these adjustments to ensure they remain protected under the new legislative framework.”

For more information on licencing from Defra and Natural England, visit the government’s official glue trap licences page.

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