BPCA news archive

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.

24 March 2026

Levelled-up PestEx hosts thousands in London

PestEx played host to around 2,100 people and over 1,600 visitors between 18 and 19 March, for the UK’s biggest pest control event in the calendar year.

24 March 2026

BPCA seeks industry views as government plans review of mole traps

BPCA is asking pest professionals, manufacturers and suppliers to share their views on mole traps as the Government prepares to review their use in England.

24 March 2026

Free CRRU-UK-approved CPD now available through BPCA online learning

BPCA members can now complete their CRRU-UK-approved CPD for 2027 through a series of free online modules, available via their MyBPCA area.

23 March 2026

BPCA responds to bread recall over possible rodent contamination

Experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA) have warned rodent infestations can pose a significant public health risk in the wake of a ‘do not eat’ alert from the Food Standards Agency.

11 March 2026

Government confirms UK-EU alignment on biocides under new SPS agreement

The UK Government has confirmed that rules governing biocidal products will be aligned with European Union regulations as part of a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement.

11 March 2026

Which? Trusted Traders offer launches for BPCA members

BPCA members can take advantage of a new limited-time offer from Which? Trusted Traders aimed at helping pest management businesses stand out and win more work.

10 March 2026

War in the Middle East pushes UK fuel prices higher

Oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel for the first time in years following conflict in the Middle East, pushing up petrol and diesel prices across the UK.