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The Draft United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020 (Exclusions from Market Access Principles: Glue Traps) Regulations 2025 cleared an important hurdle yesterday.
23 June 2023
In this guest article, Elliott and Martin Rose-King, from Bounty Pest Control, provide an update on Asian hornet sightings in the UK.
20 June 2023
A brand new report template for Field Biologists is now available for BPCA members and their employees to use.
In this video, Richard Moseley from Syngenta talks about ant biology and behaviour, key pest ant species and control options.
In this video, Dr Matthew Davies presents research from Killgerm and Aston University on the public health significance of urban pests.
At the World Pest Day Digital Forum on 6 June 2023, the BPCA Member Awards winners were announced.
In this video, Laura Rosenwald from NPMA discusses how understanding bacteria and their impacts is critical to pest control and vector management.
In this video, Dr Stephen Doggett takes a look at the history of resistance in bed bugs and preventing treatment failures.
19 June 2023
The full programme, details of exhibitors and registration information for PestWorld 2023 in Hawaii are now available.
16 June 2023
Cleankill Team Leader Dan Parsons recently took his team of technicians for a day of shooting in recognition of their outstanding service.
15 June 2023
Press release: Each year Beaver Pest Control plant trees in The National Forest as a part of their commitment to supporting the environment.
14 June 2023
Press release: The first ever Adventure Networking Event, hosted by BPCA member Lodi UK, was launched on 4 May 2023.
Press release: BPCA member Shield Pest Control appointed to help protect public health at The London Clinic: a world-class independent private medical hospital and charity.
13 June 2023
Press release: WowNow Hire, part of Nationwide Hire, is pleased to announce that Tracey Gorman joined the business this month as Sales and Marketing Director.
12 June 2023
Authorisation is being withdrawn for open area use for the only two SGARs currently allowed to be used that way, bromadiolone and difenacoum.
08 June 2023
Press release: ALDI's Bathgate Distribution Facility has resolved a gull infestation on its rooftop by implementing the AVIX Autonomic Laser Bird Deterrent.
BPCA members can upgrade their business tech by combining exclusive member discounts with Dell's special sale prices this week.
06 June 2023
The BPCA Member Award winners were announced at the World Pest Day Digital Forum on 6 June 2023.
Professional Pest Controller Magazine issue 111 is out now and available to read online for free.
Our regular PPC magazine feature, taking a look at public relations and how BPCA works with the press to educate the public about pest awareness.
PPC magazine reporter Kat Shaw shares her highlights from the year’s biggest UK pest management trade show and exhibition.
A pests in politics special featuring everything we know about glueboard legislation in England, Scotland and Wales.
In this article, Natalie Bungay, BPCA's Technical Manager, writes about common ant species, treatment options and making the most of the summer ant season.
As we head into the summer season, BASF’s Laurence Barnard advises on some simple steps to prevent ants from taking over.
05 June 2023
On World Pest Day (June 6), BPCA is highlighting careers in the industry to school leavers and students planning their next steps for September.
John Horsley, BPCA’s Technical Officer, looks at how you can keep pests out with pest control proofing fundamentals.
05 January 2026
Proposals to pave the way for a ban on the sale of rodent glue traps across the UK will be debated in Parliament this week.
15 December 2025
In this video, Rosina Robson, Chief Executive of the British Pest Control Association, reflects on a year of momentum, challenge and progress for the Association.
15 January 2026
We spend a lot of time talking about products, pests and labels. But what about the equipment that actually puts chemistry where it needs to be?
BPCA has unveiled the full Technical Theatre seminar schedule for PestEx. Two days of focused talks built for pest professionals.
14 January 2026
BPCA is inviting the whole industry to our refreshed in-person Training Forums for 2026, giving pest professionals more chances to learn, debate and get hands-on with practical skills across the UK.
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