Pests news from BPCA

16 March 2017

Trending: Chinese restaurant’s pest warning goes viral

We had a good giggle when someone shared this picture of a sign in China about their rat problem. Top tip - when dealing with a rodent infestation, the first step should always be to demoralise the rodents by hurling insults at them.

china pest control sign

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13 March 2025

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Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread

Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.

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06 November 2024

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CRRU UK prepares rodenticide users for 2026 certification requirements

CRRU UK confirms that from 2026, sellers of professional-use rodenticides will only accept two forms of proof of competence at the point of sale.

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06 June 2024

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Minister Pow changes mind on glue board licensing scheme (England)

As a result of BPCA’s lobbying efforts, Minister Pow has asked for changes to the glue board licensing regime in England. 

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19 February 2026

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Pest Reports Pro to showcase digital pest control software at PestEx 2026

Press release: Pest Reports Pro will be exhibiting at PestEx on Stand 71, where visitors can see the latest updates to its digital pest control software.

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19 February 2026

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Defender Bird Spikes introduces Defender Jaws at PestEx 2026

Press release: Defender is proud to announce the launch of Defender Jaws, a new solar panel bird exclusion system, at PestEx at the Excel Centre in London.

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19 February 2026

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PestView exhibiting at PestEx 2026

Press release: At PestEx, visitors can see how PestView digitises inspections, device monitoring, risk zones, trends analysis and compliance reporting.

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