16 January 2024

Which? Trusted Traders new year discounts for BPCA members

Which? Trusted Traders, the go-to place for consumers looking for reliable services, are offering discounts on fees. BPCA teamed up with Which? to provide members with a BPCA membership benefit; a fantastic opportunity to get your busine

15 January 2024

Barrettine hit the ground running with new product launches for 2024

PRESS RELEASE As we start the new year, BPCA member Barrettine are giving pest controllers a look at some new, innovative products in the market. Barrettine’s new MoBe Ant and Roach insecticide gel baits are available now, and

09 January 2024

PestFix helps cancer charity campaign reach its target

CHARITY PestFix's own Strategic Business Executive, Anna Mollins, has been working tirelessly since February 2023 to raise money for her best friend's little boy, who was diagnosed with an aggressive childhood cancer. Terry Burrows,

02 January 2024

Professional rodenticide users have two years to prepare for changes

PRESS RELEASE All three user groups of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) covered by the UK Rodenticide Stewardship Regime – pest controllers, gamekeepers and farmers – have two years to prepare for a significant

22 December 2023

VIDEO: Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) for pest control

CPD VIDEO The COSHH regulations cover all types of chemical use in the UK, including pesticide use. Pest professionals, be it managers, owners or technicians, need to be aware of what the COSHH regulations require. During this webina

18 December 2023

Pest experts offer advice in wake of bed bug scam arrests

PESTAWARE British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is encouraging householders to consult a pest professional if they are worried about a possible infestation. The advice from experts at the national trade body follows arrests in Fra

12 December 2023

BPCA shortlisted for 2024 Trade Association awards 

YOUR ASSOCIATION The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has been shortlisted for three 2024 Trade Association Awards.  BPCA is up for the following:  Skills Development Award  Membership Engagement Award&nb

11 December 2023

Wade Legacy Programme continues for 2024

MEMBER NEWS BPCA member company Wade Environmental will once again sponsor a son or daughter in a family-based team through their RSPH Level 2 Award in Pest Management. This will be the third year of the programme being in effect. 

11 December 2023

The pest that could point to problems with damp

PESTAWARE A harmless pest could indicate damp problems in the home that may need attention, according to pest experts at a national trade body. British Pest Control Association (BPCA) says Silverfish don’t bite or spread disea

07 December 2023

VIDEO: Non-pest mammals: voles, badgers and bats

CPD VIDEO There may be times when pest professionals come across species of protected mammals. It is important to understand their legal protection status in the UK and how to mitigate any risks of accidental harm/disturbance. During

27 November 2024

Top tips for winter driving

HEALTH AND SAFETY Driving in winter conditions can be dangerous, so BPCA have put together some tips for pest controllers to stay safe on the roads. Pest controllers spend a lot of time driving, going from job to job, so it's import

05 December 2023

Pesticide mix that caused death of holidaymakers not legal in UK

PESTAWARE The practice of mixing pesticides – which resulted in the death of a Burnley couple who were on holiday in Egypt – is not legal in the UK, says British Pest Control Association (BPCA).  John and Susan Coop

05 December 2023

New data suggests that 74% of rats and mice sampled were resistant to anticoagulant rodenticides

RESEARCH New data released by The Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU) UK shows that 73.7% of the Norway rats they sampled were anticoagulant rodenticide resistant. You can read the full paper here. 122 rodent tissue

30 November 2023

CEPA welcomes draft committee decision on AVK rodenticides in Europe

PRODUCTS Confederation of European pest management associations (CEPA), has welcomed the European Commission's draft decision not to impose a ban on the use of anti-vitamin K (AVK) rodenticides for indoor control of mice.  In J

30 November 2023

Syngenta launch SecureChoice remote monitoring

PRESS RELEASE Syngenta introduces SecureChoice™ remote detection system, for smart rodent monitoring in the UK. Remote digital monitoring systems allow pest control businesses to monitor multiple customers and sites from any l

30 November 2023

Defra preparing new bird licences for 2024

The Department for Environment and Rural Affairs (Defra) are renewing the general licences for bird control in England, with no changes expected yet.  The new bird control general licences (known as GL40-42) will come into force on

29 November 2023

Check loft for pests when you’re getting the decs

PESTAWARE Experts at a national trade body are urging householders to check attics for signs of pests when getting decorations down ready for Christmas. British Pest Control Association (BPCA) says old nests, droppings and gnaw mark

27 November 2023

Professional Pest Controller issue 113 (PPC113) out now

PPC113 kicks off with a look at overwintering animals, pest and non-pest alike, plus one of our rare FriendWatch articles, this time on friendly neighbourhood hedgehogs! Alex Wade, Managing Director of Wade Environmental, poses a thought-provo

27 November 2023

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27 November 2023

Editorial: A great volunteer

EDITORIAL | PPC113 November 2023 When all is said and done, BPCA is just a group of pest control businesses volunteering their time, money and effort to make the sector better for us all. Over 60 people from as many companies give their t

27 November 2023

Pests in the press: July to September 2023

PESTS IN THE PRESS | PPC113 November 2023 Our regular PPC magazine feature, taking a look at public relations and how BPCA works with the press to educate the public about pest awareness. While the coverage figures reflect a strong

27 November 2023

Pests in politics: November 2023

PESTS IN POLITICS | PPC113 November 2023 BPCA’s lobbying work continues. Stay up-to-date with all things pest in the UK parliament and devolved administrations. PPC helps keep you firmly in the loop. Welsh glue board open letter

27 November 2023

Ask the technical team November 2023

TECHNICAL | PPC113 November 2023 The technical are back and this time we're talking about glue boards, bed bugs from France and much more! SPEED VIEW It's not illegal to have possession of glue boards in Wales, just setting th

27 November 2023

Opinion: Game on! Throwing down the resistance gauntlet

TECHNICAL | PPC113 November 2023 Is resistance our biggest challenge in 2024?  Alex Wade, from Wade Environmental, asks, “what’s stopping us?” As 2023 seems to evaporate into a cloud, my mind turns to next yea

27 November 2023

Don't open that trap door! Pests and non-pest species that could be lurking in your loft this winter

TECHNICAL | PPC113 November 2023 In this seasonal special, Paul Westgate, from Veritas Pest Consultancy, takes a look at what or who could be lurking in our lofts during the winter.  To humans, the loft is just a storage place, s