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11 September 2025

Know your enemy: the key to tiny fly control

In this PPC120 article, Killgerm’s Avril Turner explains the importance of species identification in fly monitoring and control programmes.

11 September 2025

PESTWATCH: The Lesser Housefly

Niall Gallagher, BPCA Technical Manager, gives PPC readers this complete guide to the biology, risks and control of the lesser housefly.

11 September 2025

What is invoice fraud, and how does it affect traders?

PPC asked Which? Trusted Trader for advice on how pest management companies can avoid being caught out by invoice fraud.

08 September 2025

Google Local Service Ads consolidates its ad badges into one ‘verified’ check

From 20 October 2025, Google will be introducing a single Google Verified badge across all Local Services Ads, replacing the current range of labels

03 September 2025

Join the BPCA Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Working Group

BPCA is inviting members to volunteer for its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Working Group.

27 August 2025

Wasp control in 2025: identification, safety and treatment options for professionals

In this article, Niall Gallagher, BPCA Technical and Compliance Manager, talks about the risks, realities and responsibilities of wasp control.

18 August 2025

VIDEO: Field work in pest control

Clara Guisan from Pest Solutions shares hands-on research from the field, revealing how data collected on live jobs can transform the way we tackle pests.

18 August 2025

VIDEO: How to Use Your Age to Your Advantage in Pest Control

Julia Pittman, Head of Customer Strategy at Beaver Pest Control and Chair of BPCA’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, shares how young professionals can stand out, grow their skills, and shape the future of the industry.

18 August 2025

VIDEO: Working in Collaboration with Your EHO

Learn how pest controllers and Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) can work together for faster problem solving, smoother enforcement and better outcomes for clients.

29 July 2025

New sustainability guidelines help pest control companies stay competitive in a carbon-conscious market

BUGS releases second edition of industry roadmap aligning pest management with business demands for carbon neutrality.

24 July 2025

BPCA shortlisted for Association Excellence Awards 2025

BPCA is delighted to announce that we’ve been shortlisted in two different categories at the Association Excellence Awards (AEA).

15 July 2025

BPCA shortlisted for two Membership Excellence Awards 2025

BPCA is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for two awards for our work on inclusion and lobbying.

07 July 2025

BPCA pledges support to Armed Forces Community with covenant commitment

BPCA has proudly signed the Armed Forces Covenant, strengthening its commitment to supporting current and former military personnel and their families.

26 June 2025

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.

26 June 2025

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.

16 June 2025

BPCA joins UK Business and Biodiversity Forum

BPCA has joined the UK Business and Biodiversity Forum (UKBBF), a national network focused on helping businesses integrate biodiversity into their decision-making.

12 June 2025

INTERVIEW: Introducing Rosina Robson: BPCA's new chief executive

In this issue of PPC, Rosina sits down with BPCA President Chris Cagienard to talk about her career, first impressions and what she hopes to bring to the Association.

12 June 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: PPC Live 2025 in numbers

A round-up in PPC119 of the key statistics and figures to come out of PPC Live 2025.

12 June 2025

How to win (Facebook) friends and influence people: social media for pest management companies

At PestEx 2024, a panel discussion on the benefits of social media for pest controllers took place. We round up the key talking points for PPC119.

12 June 2025

EDI Committee: Boosting recruitment in the pest control industry

The pest control industry must replace 3,500 roles in the next decade, and the EDI Committee is working to attract diverse talent by addressing barriers and improving how the industry is perceived

29 May 2025

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.

19 May 2025

BPCA appoints Rosina Robson as chief executive

BPCA has confirmed that Rosina Robson will take the helm as chief executive as of  2 June 2025.

15 May 2025

Join the BPCA Executive Board: Put yourself forward now

BPCA is on the lookout for new Executive Board Directors to help shape the future of the Association.

22 April 2025

UK Pesticides National Action Plan (NAP)’s minimal impact public health pest management

NAP is setting out a strategy to reduce the environmental risk of pesticides by 10% over the next five years. 

25 March 2025

New company size thresholds from April 2025: Lower reporting burdens for UK businesses

On 6 April 2025, updates will be introduced to reflect inflation, ensuring smaller businesses benefit from reduced regulations.

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07 July 2025

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BPCA pledges support to Armed Forces Community with covenant commitment

BPCA has proudly signed the Armed Forces Covenant, strengthening its commitment to supporting current and former military personnel and their families.

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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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11 September 2025

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Lessons from across the channel: Yellow-legged (Asian) hornets

Christopher Venables of Venables Pest Control shares first-hand insights from France on the invasive Asian hornet.

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11 September 2025

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Ask the technical team: September 2025

In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk insecticides, "green" pest control, flea treatments and Asian Hornets.

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11 September 2025

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INFOGRAPHIC: Mind the gap

Tiny spaces, big problems! We show just how small a gap pests can squeeze themselves into in this to-scale infographic.

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