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British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has proudly signed the Armed Forces Covenant, strengthening its commitment to supporting current and former military personnel and their families.

By signing the covenant, BPCA has formally recognised the valuable contribution that service personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families make to the country, and pledged to ensure they are treated with fairness and respect in every interaction with the Association.

The decision to sign the covenant was supported by BPCA’s Board and its Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, who recognised the positive impact the Armed Forces Community can have in pest management.

Rosina Robson, BPCA’s Chief Executive, signed the document on behalf of the Association on 4 June 2025.

The signing comes with specific, practical commitments to help remove barriers for the Armed Forces Community entering the pest management industry. BPCA’s pledges include:

Employment support

Provide reasonable accommodations for members of the Armed Forces Community in any job we advertise

Education

Provide comprehensive advice for the Armed Forces Community who wish to retrain or start a business in pest management

Promote

Encourage BPCA members to also support the Armed Forces Community, in whatever form they can.

You can see our full pledge here .

Rosina Robson, Chief Executive of BPCA, said:

“We’re proud to support those who have served our country and recognise the immense value they bring, not only to our communities but also to our industry.

“Signing the Armed Forces Covenant is more than a symbolic gesture. It’s a promise to offer real support, whether that’s through job opportunities, guidance on retraining, or encouraging our members to do their part.

We know that many of the skills developed in military service - resilience, problem-solving, attention to detail - translate brilliantly into pest management.

Rosina Robson, BPCA Chief Executive

“This is about making it easier for people to find a fulfilling new career and helping our industry benefit from their talents.”

BPCA joins hundreds of organisations across the UK that have pledged their support through the covenant, demonstrating how businesses and associations can contribute to fair treatment and new opportunities for service leavers and their families.

Show your support by signing the covenant

BPCA is encouraging members to consider how they too can support the Armed Forces Community.

Whether you’re offering flexible working for reservists, recognising military service in your recruitment processes, or providing retraining opportunities, every action counts.

If you’d like to join us and formally commit by signing your own Armed Forces Covenant, visit
armedforcescovenant.gov.uk

Together, we can make pest management a welcoming industry for those who’ve served.

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