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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.
05 August 2024
CRRU has released its latest CoBP, reflecting forthcoming legal requirements on professional rodenticide application and supporting the safe and effective rodent pest management delivered by gamekeepers, farmers and pest control technicians.
Pelsis Group has acquired Nottingham-based garden care product manufacturer Doff Portland, strengthening the group’s portfolio of retail, agricultural and professional brands.
31 July 2024
CEPA has prepared a survey to assess the bed bug situation across Europe today, as experienced by our industry.
Athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics are among the first users of the consumer BugScents™ Sentry product for early detection of bed bugs.
25 July 2024
To help members navigate glue board licences in England, BPCA has developed practical guidance that covers all aspects of the new scheme.
PRESS RELEASE The 11th International IPM Symposium in San Diego, California, offers three days of learning and networking for global IPM professionals from various sectors, featuring top experts and the latest advancements in pest management.
24 July 2024
A woman in East London avoided jail after accidentally killing her 11-year-old neighbour with phosphine gas; BPCA Chief Ian Andrew calls the incident tragic and emphasises using approved pest control methods.
22 July 2024
With so many pest control training providers, why should you choose to study for your Level 2 Award in Pest Management with BPCA?
18 July 2024
Researchers at the University of East Anglia are launching a five-year study on urban fox DNA to understand their adaptation to cities, seeking ear samples from pest controllers.
PRESS RELEASE Cliverton, a leading animal business insurance broker, urges pest controllers to consider insurance implications of glue traps before new legislation takes effect.
15 July 2024
PRESS RELEASE Oxford United Football Club successfully resolved a significant pigeon problem affecting fans during matches by using Harris hawks to scare and unsettle the birds.
05 July 2024
BPCA attended the Global Pest Management Coalition meeting during World Pest Day to discuss global celebrations, industry collaboration, and updates on sustainability.
03 July 2024
PRESS RELEASE Killgerm Group has announced Porsia Schofield as the new General Manager of Killgerm Ireland. Porsia has played a key role in supporting Irish customers throughout her 16 year tenure.
26 June 2024
PRESS RELEASE Pest control professionals nationwide gathered at Top House Farm in Rawcliffe Bridge, East Yorkshire for a comprehensive training day hosted by BASF and Killgerm Chemicals, featuring practical workshops and expert demonstrations.
PRESS RELEASE SPIs like moths and beetles infesting cereals, grains, and rice are the world’s costliest pests, causing billions in annual losses for businesses according to BPCA experts urging quick action from consumers.
We're seeking women in technical or field sales roles for 30-minute confidential Teams interviews to provide valuable insights for a research project on female perspectives in the industry.
25 June 2024
Join our roundtable to support a licensing scheme for rodent glue boards in Scotland. Help demonstrate their importance in maintaining food safety and public health.
06 June 2024
BPCA has released its Manifesto for Pest Management detailing our policy demands of the next government.
31 May 2024
Details of exhibitors and registration for PestWorld 2024, held from October 22-25 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort, Denver, are now available on the PestWorld 2024 website.
30 May 2024
PRESS RELEASE Pest Solutions, an award-winning Glasgow-based pest control business, is leading the industry's push for sustainability and net zero in the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce’s ‘Step Up to Net Zero’ programme.
BPCA has released a document explaining the implications of the Glue Trap (Offences) Act 2022 to clients.
29 May 2024
The National Pest Awards are back for 2024, recognising those who have excelled in pest control across the UK.
PRESS RELEASE Orkin UK has announced the acquisition of Kent-based Bird & Pest Solutions Limited (BPS).
22 May 2024
GPMC is excited to announce the celebration of World Pest Day on 6 June 2024.
20 May 2024
PRESS RELEASE Pest controllers across the UK are invited to a working farm in North Yorkshire to take part in a unique training event designed to improve pest control on rural sites.
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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