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02 February 2025

Step up to the No Pest Fest on the PestFix stand at PPC Live 2025

Press release: PestFix is back at PPC Live and ready to impress with an arcade of pest-proofing fun!

02 February 2025

BJ Sherriff to launch Hornetsafe Technician Suit with special discount at PPC Live 2025

Press release: BJ Sherriff are proud to launch the groundbreaking Hornetsafe Technician Suit at PPC Live in Harrogate this March.

29 January 2025

Sticky situation: Met Police caught unprepared on Glue Trap law

In December, BPCA received a Freedom of Information (FOI) response from the Metropolitan Police, which revealed that no training had been provided to officers on glue trap protocols. 

29 January 2025

REHIS celebrates 150 years of protecting Scotland

Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland is celebrating its 150-year anniversary with a series of events and projects.

29 January 2025

Safeguard Pest Control appoints new MD

Press release: BPCA member Safeguard Pest Control has appointed Andrew Simpson as its new managing director.

21 January 2025

CEO recruitment for BPCA underway

BPCA is pleased to announce that the search for its new Chief Executive Officer has begun.

20 January 2025

Stress, anxiety and depression among leading causes of workplace illness

HSE has released guidance on tackling workplace stress after statistics show almost half of work-related illnesses are mental health-related.

14 January 2025

BASF announces relaunch of Fendona 6 SC

Press release: Pest control solutions manufacturer, BASF, has announced that its popular insecticide Fendona 6 SC will return to the market this winter.

13 January 2025

Cliverton Insurance launch new accident and illness policy

To help protect you and your business, Cliverton Insurance Brokers have launched a new Personal Accident and Illness insurance policy, Cliverton Protect.

09 January 2025

Remembering Bruce Blything

Bruce Blything, known to many in the pest control industry, died on 20 December 2024 at Arrowe Park Hospital.

09 January 2025

How do I stop birds nesting on my property?

Bird proofing is a complex task that should always be left to trained pest professionals rather than attempted as a DIY project.

08 January 2025

New MD appointment for Dealey Environmental

Press release: Stefanie Inger has been appointed Managing Director of Dealey Environmental, as Martin Cobbald steps into CEO role.

07 January 2025

Licensing updates for England and Scotland in 2025

From January 2025, an update was provided to some of the general and class licences for birds and Glis glis.

19 December 2024

BASF: Reducing the risk of anticoagulant poisoning to non-target species

In this guest blog, Laurence Barnard, BASF Pest Control, discusses reducing the risk to non-target species and shares some top tips for responsible rodenticide use.

18 December 2024

Pick a professional for protection from pests

Technical and Compliance Manager at British Pest Control Association, Niall Gallagher, explains the value of professional pest management for agriculture businesses.

17 December 2024

Best Pest Pic competition is back for PPC Live 2025

BPCA is once again looking for the best pest photograph and is offering a prize for the perfect image of public health pest control.

13 December 2024

Boost your business with PestFix’s 'Find a Pest Controller' tool

Press release: Are you looking for a simple, effective way to grow your pest control business and attract more local customers? 

12 December 2024

VIDEO | Digital Forum 28 | iQ Products: Success and Solutions

In this video, Michael Sims from Bell Labs talks about their iQ Products.

12 December 2024

VIDEO | Digital Forum 28 | Roaches around the Christmas tree

In this video, Sophie Thorogood from Pelsis, talks about all thngs roaches.

12 December 2024

VIDEO | Digital Forum 28 | Pest Management for a Sustainable Future

In this video, Stephen Doggett from NSW Westmead Hospital, talks about how we can create a sustainable future in the pest management industry.

12 December 2024

Pestguard's Brian Sowerby to retire after 44 years

Brian Sowerby says farewell to pest control after nearly half a century in the industry.

12 December 2024

LNPS wins Newham Growth Business Award 

Press release: London Network for Pest Solutions celebrating after winning the Business Growth category of the Newham Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2024.

10 December 2024

Professional Pest Controller issue 117 (PPC117) out now

PPC117 is out now and packed full of great content.

07 December 2024

Ask the technical team: December 2024

Wasp numbers, expanding foam, qualifications framework and wildlife crime reporting all feature in this issue of Ask the BPCA technical team. 

06 December 2024

Whatever's the matter, deer? Non-native deer management in the UK

Regular PPC contributor and rural pest expert Dave Archer explores how non-native deer species can affect the British countryside.

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24 March 2025

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Professional Pest Controller issue 118 (PPC118) out now

PPC118 is out now and packed full of great content.

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29 January 2025

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Sticky situation: Met Police caught unprepared on Glue Trap law

In December, BPCA received a Freedom of Information (FOI) response from the Metropolitan Police, which revealed that no training had been provided to officers on glue trap protocols. 

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21 January 2025

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CEO recruitment for BPCA underway

BPCA is pleased to announce that the search for its new Chief Executive Officer has begun.

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25 March 2025

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Cleankill signs up to Armed Forces Covenant

Press release: After discussions with ex-services employees, Cleankill Pest Control has signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant - a promise to support the Armed Forces community.

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25 March 2025

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Fill out the TrustMark Registered Businesses survey for a chance to win

TrustMark are currently running our annual Registered Business Survey and we want BPCA members to take part.

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25 March 2025

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Pelsis launch new range of sustainable LED fly control solutions

Press release: Pelsis Group, global manufacturer and supplier of pest control solutions, has launched the Halo LED range.

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