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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.

15 July 2024

Pest professionals called to tackle behavioural resistance in mice

The BPCA and Wade Environmental are urging UK pest professionals to report behavioural issues in house mice to gather data and develop formal guidance on addressing behavioural resistance.

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04 March 2026

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BPCA comment on Spring Statement 2026

The UK Government has delivered its 2026 Spring Statement, setting out updated economic forecasts but announcing no new tax or spending policies. Rosina Robson shares her takeaways from the Statement and analyses.

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24 February 2026

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SURVEY: Home Office plans to change firearms licensing – tell us how it might impact you

While no new consultation has yet been launched, proposals to align shotgun licensing more closely with rifle controls could have serious implications for pest professionals who rely on shotguns for legitimate, professional use.

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30 October 2025

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BPCA launch new careers hub, video and Open Doors Charter

Rosina Robson shares how the Association’s new pestcareers.org.uk hub, recruitment film, Open Doors Charter and social media campaign are helping to attract a more diverse, skilled and inspired workforce into pest management.

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11 March 2026

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Government confirms UK-EU alignment on biocides under new SPS agreement

The UK Government has confirmed that rules governing biocidal products will be aligned with European Union regulations as part of a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement.

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11 March 2026

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Which? Trusted Traders offer launches for BPCA members

BPCA members can take advantage of a new limited-time offer from Which? Trusted Traders aimed at helping pest management businesses stand out and win more work.

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10 March 2026

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War in the Middle East pushes UK fuel prices higher

Oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel for the first time in years following conflict in the Middle East, pushing up petrol and diesel prices across the UK.

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