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26 May 2026
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.
21 May 2026
DWP is seeking employers provide jobs to young people through the scheme. The Jobs Guarantee provides a fully subsidised 6-month paid job to 18-24-year-olds, with the DWP funding all employment costs.
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.
14 May 2026
HSE has issued a new survey to the industry to understand the costs associated with the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR).
13 May 2026
For pest management, there were several areas worth watching, especially UK-EU relations, regulation, late payment, employment and the Armed Forces Covenant.
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.
05 May 2026
Lorraine Norton discusses a recent logo-abuse case, what it reveals about professional rodenticide use, and why customers still need help choosing the right pest control contractor.
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
BPCA members are invited to attend an upcoming DWP webinar on how work experience placements can support businesses while helping young people take their first steps into employment.
Philip Dalgliesh has retired from Killgerm after more than 50 years with the business.
A recent report found that homeless families in England are being placed into unsafe properties, often with pest infestations.
Brian O'Donnell has been appointed Chair of BPCA’s Professional Standards Committee and has taken up a seat on the BPCA Executive Board.
22 April 2026
BPCA members are being encouraged to take part in HMRC’s Tell ABAB survey, which is now open.
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.
BPCA has written to the Secretary of States for Business & Trade and Energy Security & Net Zero, to ask that pest professionals be included in the National Emergency Plan for Fuel, setting out the sector’s case as an essential service and key workers
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
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