BPCA news archive

13 May 2026

King’s Speech 2026: What’s in it for us?

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 launches new Charter to improve mental health support across pest management

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

Dodgy certificates, bogus qualifications and the wild west of choosing a pest contractor

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

BPCA highlights importance of pest control following suspected cruise ship Hantavirus deaths

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 confirms Asia Business Manager role

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

Don't forget to check your state pension age

Pest controllers who are nearing retirement are being reminded to check their state pension age, which is rising between 2026 and 2028.

28 April 2026

BASF: why now is the time to support rural clients

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.

28 April 2026

APCA demands urgent action against mosquitoes on World Malaria Day

The African Pest Control Association (APCA) joins the global community in commemorating World Malaria Day 2026.

24 April 2026

DWP webinar to showcase work experience opportunities for employers

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.

24 April 2026

Philip Dalgliesh retires after over 50 years at Killgerm

Philip Dalgliesh has retired from Killgerm after more than 50 years with the business.

24 April 2026

Homeless families forced into pest-infested temporary accommodation

A recent report found that homeless families in England are being placed into unsafe properties, often with pest infestations.

24 April 2026

Brian O'Donnell appointed Chair of BPCA Professional Standards Committee

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

Take part in HMRC’s Tell ABAB survey

BPCA members are being encouraged to take part in HMRC’s Tell ABAB survey, which is now open.

21 April 2026

Killgerm launches free CRRU-UK CPD training videos

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

VIDEO | Meet the Member: Matt O’Donnell from iX5 - from Environmental Health to pest control success

Matt shares how he moved from hospitality into environmental health, before eventually launching his own pest control business, iX5.

08 April 2026

BPCA launches new manifestos for Wales and Scotland

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

Employment Rights Act changes now in force

The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now live. From 6 April 2026, a number of changes will affect how you manage your team.

07 April 2026

Pest management and fuel access: BPCA makes the case for key worker recognition

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

07 April 2026

PelGar International announces appointment of Andrej Branc as Head of Global Sales and Americas Business Manager

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 meets Harrison: Taking the African Pest Control Association on a BPCA member assessment

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.

31 March 2026

GUIDANCE: Bee disease awareness and biosecurity for pest professionals

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

MP visits Lancashire pest control firm to discuss public health and housing reforms

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.

26 March 2026

BPCA highlights pest management at major housing reform event

BPCA took part in RHE Global’s Housing 2026 conference in Birmingham on 25 March, an event focused on raising standards and improving health across the housing sector.

25 March 2026

Natalie returns to BPCA in new role as Head of Membership and Technical

Natalie Bungay is set to return to BPCA as our new Head of Membership and Technical, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a familiar face to many across the sector.

25 March 2026

A busy year – reflections from our Chief Executive

Rosina Robson reflects on her first year leading the organisation, from attending PPC Live incognito to overseeing a successful PestEx and strengthening BPCA’s voice across the sector.