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26 August 2026
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British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has announced the Society of Food Hygiene and Technology (SOFHT) as the first strategic partner for PestAware Summit 2027.
28 May 2026
Over Christmas, the Government launched its Animal Welfare Strategy, which included a commitment to review mole traps.
27 May 2026
Members can now claim an exclusive 25% discount on BigChange, the all-in-one job management platform built for field service businesses.
26 May 2026
The UK government have published the first annual One Health Vector-Borne Disease Surveillance report.
Niall looks at the Climate Change Committee’s latest assessment of UK climate risk, and explains why pest professionals have a bigger role in adaptation than many people might realise.
Press release: Back by popular demand, BASF and Killgerm have announced the return of their specialist ‘On the Farm’ pest control training day for a third consecutive year.
Press release: PelGar International has strengthened its organisational structure with the formal appointment of three Heads of Function.
As the weather in the UK heats up, here's some advice on how to stay safe while working in the heat.
19 May 2026
Press release: Pest control solutions manufacturer BASF has welcomed the winners of its 2026 Easter Bonanza competition to its Widnes factory.
As pest experts, we all know how important bees are, which is why we've put together a list of ways you can help them this World Bee Day.
07 May 2026
Pest Minds has launched a new Charter to help businesses take practical, meaningful steps to support mental health and wellbeing at work.
04 May 2026
Following the sad news of three deaths due to Hantavirus on board a cruise ship, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.
01 May 2026
PelGar International has confirmed the appointment of Suprit Thakre as Asia Business Manager, taking responsibility for leading PelGar’s Asia division as a standalone regional operation.
28 April 2026
Pest controllers who are nearing retirement are being reminded to check their state pension age, which is rising between 2026 and 2028.
Press release: New findings from a rural focused survey conducted by BASF highlight a clear opportunity for pest control professionals to strengthen their role within the rural sector.
The African Pest Control Association (APCA) joins the global community in commemorating World Malaria Day 2026.
24 April 2026
Philip Dalgliesh has retired from Killgerm after more than 50 years with the business.
Brian O'Donnell has been appointed Chair of BPCA’s Professional Standards Committee and has taken up a seat on the BPCA Executive Board.
21 April 2026
Killgerm has launched a new set of free online training videos to help pest professionals complete their CRRU-UK-approved CPD points.
08 April 2026
Matt shares how he moved from hospitality into environmental health, before eventually launching his own pest control business, iX5.
BPCA has published two new manifestos setting out how the next Welsh and Scottish Governments can better protect homes, businesses and public health from pests
07 April 2026
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now live. From 6 April 2026, a number of changes will affect how you manage your team.
PRESS RELEASE: PelGar International, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrej Branc as the company’s new Head of Global Sales and Americas Business Manager, effective immediately
31 March 2026
Kristian Nettleship, BPCA Membership Support Officer, talks about meeting Harrison at PestEx and taking him out on a member visit to show how UK pest management works in practice.
Bee disease is one of those risks that can quietly sit in the background of a job until it suddenly becomes very real. For pest professionals involved in bee removals, understanding disease risk, spotting the signs and knowing what to do next is esse
30 March 2026
BPCA welcomed Maya Ellis MP to Lancashire last week, as part of a visit to LES Pest Management to explore the role of professional pest management in protecting public health.
30 July 2026
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.
23 June 2026
Alexia Naylor from the Bed Bug Foundation explores what current research tells us about bed bug behaviour, monitoring and treatment.
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.
Matt Goren explains how AI assistants recommend local businesses and what pest management companies can do to improve their chances of being found.
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