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31 October 2024
Press release: PestFix is excited to share their 2025 Academy training lineup, tailored to help pest control professionals stay ahead with skills and knowledge.
29 October 2024
Gardeners across the UK are being urged to look at protecting their plots from public health pests this autumn, says BPCA.
Living Wage Foundation is increasing the real Living Wage rates, a voluntary rate paid by employers across the UK.
Press release: Advion Ant and Advion Cockroach from Syngenta are now certified for use in food handling facilities.
Press release: Veritas Pest Consultancy are delighted to announce a new person has been added to the team.
28 October 2024
In this video, Dave Archer from DKA Pest Control gives us the lowdown on grey squirrel control.
In this video, Avril Turner from Killgerm Chemicals talks about pest activity; what to look for and how to interpret those signs.
In this video, Richard Moseley from Syngenta talks about ant colonies and how to control them.
In this video, BPCA Professional Development Officer John Horsley gives an update on the pest control qualification framework proposal.
21 October 2024
In this guest blog post, Kiwa Independent Pest Consultancy gives businesses outside the pest control industry tips on how to manage a pest control contract.
18 October 2024
As a BPCA member, you get access to stackable discounts on desktops, laptops, servers, accessories and more with Dell.
15 October 2024
A consultation is open concerning the future of pest management qualifications.
14 October 2024
Press release: BASF relaunches rodenticide brand Neosorexa with a new improved active.
11 October 2024
The UK government’s new Employment Rights Bill introduces significant reforms designed to improve working conditions, enhance job security, and support both businesses and workers.
10 October 2024
The Organising Committee of the 11th International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP) has extended the deadline date to 30 October 2024 for submission of abstracts.
A new pest control contracting and consulting service, Tom Holmes Consulting, has been launched by industry expert.
07 October 2024
PestFix is thrilled to notify BPCA members of the latest refresh to the BPC8 Discount Zone.
Press release: PestWest Electronics completes move into a modern operational base at Symphony House in Wakefield.
01 October 2024
Jon Blount is looking for help with a research project. Here he explains what it is and how pest controllers can get involved.
30 September 2024
HM Treasury plan to introduce vehicle excise duty (VED) for electric vehicles, including cars, vans and motorcycles, from April 2025.
Logistics UK has received some information about the phase-out dates for the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles to 2030.
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.
29 January 2025
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.
21 January 2025
BPCA is pleased to announce that the search for its new Chief Executive Officer has begun.
27 March 2025
PPC Live returned to Harrogate on 19 March 2025, once again bringing together the UK pest industry for a day of networking, learning and expert insights.
26 March 2025
BPCA were pleased to announce the winner of the #BestPestPic2025 competition at PPC Live in Harrogate last week.
25 March 2025
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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