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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.
14 March 2025
The BPCA Executive Board is the governing body of the Association. Take a look at your current Exec Board and their role in shaping BPCA this year.
Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2024 annual report.
Welcome to the PPC Live showguide: the trade show designed for pest management professionals to keep up with the latest and greatest things happening in the sector
13 March 2025
Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.
TrustMark, the UK’s only Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in and around the home, announces the appointment of Charlotte Carter as its new COO.
A world class programme, featuring speakers, researchers, exhibitors and industry experts from across the globe, has been drawn together for PestWorld East 2025.
12 March 2025
Press release: LNPS Managing Director Paul Cooper explains how LNPS places a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction.
Press release: As spring temperatures start to rise, Syngenta Technical Manager, Sean Loakes talks problematic ants and how pest controllers can increase their chances of an effective treatment.
11 March 2025
The National Living Wage will see increases across all age groups from 6 April 2025.
10 March 2025
Press release: On International Women’s Day 2025, Pest Solutions shine the spotlight on the amazing women that are revolutionising the UK pest control industry.
04 March 2025
Press release: BPCA member Cleankill Pest Control has been shortlisted in four categories of the prestigious Gatwick Diamond Business Awards.
03 March 2025
Ahead of Pancake Day, British Pest Control Association urges pancake lovers to make sure you check your cupboards and ingredients for tiny insect pests.
26 February 2025
A white paper detailing plans to restructure English councils has the potential to have significant impacts on the pest control industry in England.
Press release: BPCA member company 360 Wildlife Control are offering pest controllers the use of their 360 Jack Russell team.
Press release: Lodi UK are buzzing to announce the release of their new Captiv8 Electric Fly Killer range, launching exclusively for pest controllers at PPC Live.
Precautionary guidance for pest professionals working alongside birds and cattle during a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak.
13 February 2025
This video covers how Insectram's web and mobile app-based pest management and reporting system offers unrivalled client reporting, pest trending, and a market-leading client portal.
In this video, John discusses the intricacies of environmental risk assessments with a focus on rodenticides (anti-vitamin K agents).
Join us as Alex Wade explores the evolution of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) towards Integrated Risk Management (IRM) in pest control.
Join Dave Archer as he talks about his experience in wildlife management and the challenges posed by invasive species such as grey squirrels, grey parakeets, and feral mink.
Press release: Logistics UK will be giving away a Garmin Sat Nav to one lucky PPC Live attendee.
Press release: Raffles, 20GB free data and more at the Boris Software stand at Professional Pest Controller Live.
11 February 2025
If you’re a pest controller noticing that customer reviews have disappeared from your Google Business Profile (or that your profile has been suspended), you’re not alone.
10 February 2025
Press release: The UK pest management industry's new hiring and careers hub has launched.
06 February 2025
Press release: At this year’s PPC Live, we are excited to showcase the Wasp Pole Pro, the lightweight telescopic applicator system to treat wasp and hornet nests at height.
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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