All the latest news stories from around the world of pest control, including all the latest company, people, product, events, training and legislation updates.
01 September 2025
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Rosina Robson, Chief Executive of the British Pest Control Association (BPCA), outlines key policy changes on the horizon that could affect pest management companies and technicians.
30 September 2024
BPCA has won a highly commended award for ‘member support’ at the 2024 Memcom excellence awards.
25 September 2024
Guardian Legionella Services has bought Descale and Chlorination Services Ltd (DCS) in a move that strengthens the legionella division of Orkin UK.
24 September 2024
BPCA members can now get enhanced van and car leasing offers from EasyLeasing.
23 September 2024
BPCA has released EDI guidance for pest management companies.
20 September 2024
A series of events designed specifically for the large number of international delegates are to be held at PestWorld 2024.
British Pest Control Association is pleased to officially be a full member of the Memcom community.
19 September 2024
Find out how BPCA engages with the press to reach the public on behalf of the pest management sector.
12 September 2024
The 2024 National Pest Awards winners were announced at an awards ceremony in London.The 2024 National Pest Awards winners were announced at an awards ceremony in London.
11 September 2024
PRESS RELEASE Killgerm France is proud to announce the acquisition of its state-of-the-art operations centre in Saint Georges de Reneins.
02 September 2024
Killgerm Group announces a new appointment for Killgerm Scandinavia.
28 August 2024
PRESS RELEASE Early bird registration for PestWorld 2024 ends on September 6, offering international delegates a $50 discount.
PRESS RELEASE JG Pest Control, a specialized domestic pest control provider, has been acquired by Vergo Pest Management Ltd
21 August 2024
Pest Solutions has announced several new hires as the business continues growing across the UK.
Dell Technologies has a series of deals available for BPCA members in its Back-to-School sale.
20 August 2024
Contego Environmental Services has announced the appointment of Holly White as the company’s new Managing Director.
14 August 2024
Albany Pest Control has appointed Graeme Cleland as its new managing director following the retirement of Robin Paradise.
08 August 2024
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Stuart Blair from Graham Pest Control attended the first Rodent Academy in Cambridge, Massachusetts, sharing insights from his career in pest management and his trip.
The Wild Animal Welfare Conference highlighted the alignment between pest management and animal welfare, emphasizing the importance of integrating humane practices into wildlife management and balancing animal welfare with public health risks.
Opinion: Managing pests is essential for comfort and survival, with strategies varying significantly between urban and rural areas due to their unique challenges and advantages.
07 August 2024
Dr. Alan Buckle, Nigel Cheeseright, and Martin Cobbald discuss CRRU UK's origins, its regulatory role, membership, and upcoming training requirements for 2026.
The new BPCA assessment, focusing on BS EN 16636 standards, is more supportive and aims to help all members maintain professional standards and improve their services through a three-part, three-year process.
We met with Nick, a Wildlife Officer for The Royal Parks, who shared his journey from studying Zoology to working at London Zoo and his passion for UK wildlife conservation.
All those keen to present a paper or poster at the forthcoming 11th ICUP are invited to submit an abstract of their proposed presentation.
06 August 2024
London Network for Pest Solutions has been shortlisted in two categories of the Association of Public Service Excellence Awards.
27 August 2025
BPCA has stepped up its campaign to fix the Glue Traps (Offences) Act 2022 after new undercover footage showed retailers still selling and advising on the illegal use of glue traps.
18 August 2025
The HSE is holding a public consultation on renewing anticoagulant rodenticides under the GB Biocidal Products Regulation
10 November 2025
BPCA was delighted to be recognised at the Association Excellence Awards for our work on membership engagement.
31 October 2025
Louise Baxter MBE, Head of the National Trading Standards Scams Team and Non-Executive Director at TrustMark, explores what consumer vulnerability really means in 2025 and how it affects the work you do every day.
In this clear and practical session, Hema Mistry, Head of Service at Quest, breaks down what every business owner needs to understand about their legal and moral responsibilities towards staff.
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