Whether you're a pest management professional or interest in public health pest control, take a look at our latest pest news, advice and features from around the UK.
23 June 2026
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Emma Turnbull at the Bat Conservation Trust, explains why bats matter, how they use buildings, and what pest professionals need to consider when carrying out work where bats may be present.
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29 October 2026
Nobody deserves to live with a pest infestation. Sharing what you’ve seen in people’s homes can help BPCA secure stronger, workable protections for residents.
28 October 2026
The Chancellor, John Healey, delivered the Burnham Government's first Autumn Budget on Wednesday. We’ve reviewed the details announced in his speech and the documents released by the Treasury to help you understand the changes that might affect our s
BPCA’s technical team tackles common questions on CRRU requirements, environmental risk assessments and the disposal of rodent carcasses.
27 October 2026
BPCA attended AgriFest 2026 at the Norfolk Showground to introduce visitors to careers in pest management. The event welcomed 1,951 people, including 1,261 aged 16 to 24.
26 October 2026
Are we the problem? PPC explores why some rodents avoid traps, bait and monitoring devices, and what pest professionals can do when traditional control methods stop working.
Emma Turnbull, Biodiversity Training Officer at the Bat Conservation Trust, explains why bats matter, how they use buildings, and what pest professionals need to consider when carrying out work where bats may be present.
22 October 2026
BPCA has announced the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) as strategic partner for the Public Health and Communities stream at PestAware Summit 2027.
21 October 2026
CEPA updates on access to pest management tools, rodent-borne disease research and a European food hygiene ruling. Here’s what these developments mean for pest professionals.
19 October 2026
Pest management business owners outside the UK are invited to help BPCA explore demand for international training and certification.
15 October 2026
BPCA gave evidence at Stormont to make sure the draft Hunting with Dogs (Northern Ireland) Bill protects the use of working dogs in pest management.
13 October 2026
From recognising a suspect hornet to understanding why an unreported nest treatment can cause problems, this BPCA debate explores where pest professionals fit into the response.
08 October 2026
BPCA is reminding members to check their technicians’ CRRU-UK CPD records before 31 December 2026, so they have the points they need for 2027.
05 October 2026
Envu has announced that Maxforce Platin will be withdrawn from the UK and Irish markets, with sales ending in March 2027 and a final use date of September 2027.
14 September 2026
BPCA joined representatives from across the UK chemicals sector at a parliamentary reception last week, using the opportunity to discuss regulation and maintaining access to effective professional pest management products.
07 September 2026
Scotland’s version of Awaab’s Law will soon come into force, applying to mould and damp.
BPCA members and their teams can get 40% off tickets for Simprosium 2026, taking place in London on 22-23 September.
Pest management businesses across South and West Wales are being invited to help shape potential future NHS Wales pest management contracts.
25 August 2026
BPCA is developing its network of specialist associate trainers to help meet growing demand for professional pest management training across the UK.
A system for digital waste tracking is being rolled out across the UK to tackle waste crime and make reporting easier.
19 August 2026
UCL are asking pest professionals to contribute to a citizen science project investigating what wasps choose to eat throughout the summer.
Lead ammunition rules are changing, and pest professionals who use rifles, shotguns or air weapons need to understand what that means in practice.
03 August 2026
BPCA and the wider chemicals industry were represented at the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM).
30 July 2026
Andy Burnham became the new Prime Minister on 20 July. With him, a new Cabinet has been appointed. BPCA has written to the PM and key members of his Cabinet.
As greater public attention has fallen on hunting and the use of dogs, BPCA is asking pest professionals to share their experiences with using working dogs.
29 July 2026
Natural England has announced changes to its wildlife licensing application and reporting forms, with new digital services launching from 3 August 2026.
30 June 2026
Veritas Pest Consultancy are conducting a new and innovative project that is tackling a long-seated cockroach and bed bug infestation in a 22-story block of flats in Wolverhampton.
02 June 2026
An independent report commissioned by BPCA reveals the economic and social value of professional pest control in the UK.
10 November 2026
The development of the new Level 3 Certificate in Pest Management qualification has reached a significant milestone following formal sign-off.
09 November 2026
We’re looking for up to five small and medium-sized BPCA servicing member companies to feature in a short documentary that shows the people behind professional pest management.
03 November 2026
Press release: With rodents accounting for 48% of PGM & Son’s recorded pest activity in Herefordshire during 2025, the BPCA member has launched a public awareness campaign.
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