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09 March 2026
PPC122 is out now and packed full of practical insights.
BPCA’s winter media coverage focused on rats and mice, with national and regional press features, while trade articles and upcoming PestEx promotion continue raising awareness across sectors.
Rosina Robson updates readers on BPCA’s lobbying priorities, including protecting the pest control toolkit, supporting Awaab’s Law implementation and promoting innovation in chemical regulation.
In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk about fox control, flea issues, bird netting tendering, and search engine optimisation.
The new intensive training programmes are aimed at helping candidates align their real-world experience with the standards required in the formal assessments.
NatureScot has launched a new national awareness campaign encouraging people across Scotland to stop feeding gulls, manage waste responsibly and take steps to gull-proof their homes and businesses.
In this article, BPCA Technical Manager Niall Gallagher goes back to the beginning on air rifle fundamentals.
Bill Harriman of BASC argues proposed changes to align shotgun licensing with other firearms would create unnecessary bureaucracy, restrict lawful use and significantly reduce shotgun ownership.
Pest professionals discuss the often-unspoken realities of humane dispatch, sharing honest perspectives on the emotions, responsibilities and professionalism involved in protecting public health and preventing animal suffering.
06 March 2026
BPCA Chief Executive Rosina Robson has been named in the Women in Trade Associations Powerlist 2026
05 March 2026
BPCA has submitted a response to the European Commission’s consultation on the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) Refit, setting out what needs to change to keep public health pest control effective, affordable and innovation-friendly.
Niall Gallagher, BPCA Technical Manager, provides practical guidance on gull identification, behaviour and licensing, helping pest professionals manage gulls legally and effectively ahead of the 2026 season.
Dale Seaman of Bounty Pest Control completed the onboarding scheme and Level 2 Certificate quickly, telling PPC how the structured framework gave him confidence starting his pest management career.
Julia Pittman, Chair of BPCA's EDI Committee, gives her view on why diversity isn't just a tickbox exercise - it's good for business.
Which? Trusted Trader looks at how to create a cohesive brand for your business to help you stand out from the crowd.
Pest controllers are being warned to be careful to only source their Advion Cockroach and Advion Ant gel products from the authorised distribution network, or potentially fall foul of counterfeit product that could adversely affect results and risk b
Our annual report is published in PPC magazine - making it accessible to thousands of pest professionals and the entire sector.
BPCA’s President reflects on a successful year strengthening professionalism in UK pest management, celebrating member contributions while preparing a new strategy to guide the industry toward 2030.
Mike Ayers, BPCA's Treasurer, gives his report on the Association's finances in 2025.
We held a roundtable conversation with our four committee chairs to reflect on the great work they all achieved with their fellow volunteers in 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 2025 annual report.
Welcome to the PestEx 2026 showguide: your definitive look at what’s happening at the biggest pest event of the year.
04 March 2026
Steve Broadbent of Ensystex explores the biology and behaviour of the cockroach species most commonly encountered in the UK, including the German cockroach (Blattella germanica) and Oriental cockroach (Blatta orientalis).
The UK Government has delivered its 2026 Spring Statement, setting out updated economic forecasts but announcing no new tax or spending policies. Rosina Robson shares her takeaways from the Statement and analyses.
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