14 March 2025

Opinion: Professional standards in pest control don’t go far enough

PPC118 | OPINION In this article, Adrian Gough of Pest Risk Management Group, talks about the upcoming CRRU proof of competence requirements. Warning - This article will be like Marmite! With the new rules being introduced for

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024

PPC118 | Annual report A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2024. January ■ Trainee pest technician job template made available for members ■ PestAware presentation template is made availa

14 March 2025

President's Report 2024

PPC118 | Annual report In Chris Cagienard's President's Report from the BPCA Annual Report 2024, he talks about culture, policy and building relationships. As President of BPCA, I proudly present my Annual Report for the Association

14 March 2025

BPCA Committee Reports 2024

PPC118 | Annual report BPCA is run by members, for members. Here, the Chairs of BPCA's various Committees update you on the work they've been doing in 2024.  Professional Standards Report When I write my reports I am reminded

14 March 2025

BPCA Treasurer’s Report 2024

PPC118 | Annual report 2024 was another good year for the Association financially, with better than planned performances on both the top and bottom lines. BPCA Registered, the UK’s leading CPD scheme for professional pest cont

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024 - They work for you

PPC118 | Annual report The Executive Board is the governing body of the Association, and Board Members, as Directors, have a duty of care to both BPCA Members and the BPCA Staff team.  The Board’s emphasis is on strategy and pe

14 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: 2024 in numbers

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13 March 2025

Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread

PUBLIC HEALTH Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading. It was reported in February that Oscar-winning actor

12 March 2025

LNPS talk balancing growth with customer service

PRESS RELEASE In just eight years since launching, London Network for Pest Solutions (LNPS) has established itself as a leading pest control company in London and the Home Counties, offering expert services tailored to both residential and com

12 March 2025

Syngenta: Get close to the action for ant control

PRESS RELEASE As spring temperatures start to rise, problematic ants will inevitably start to make a nuisance for food businesses and household customers. With many infestations coming in from outside in search of food, pest controllers are r

11 March 2025

Minimum Wage rises set for April

HR AND BUSINESS Changes announced in Chancellor Rachel Reeve’s Autumn Budget are set to come into effect on 6 April, including increases to the National Living Wage.  The minimum wage for over 21s, known officially as the

10 March 2025

Pest Solutions celebrate International Women's Day 2025

PRESS RELEASE On International Women’s Day 2025, Pest Solutions shine the spotlight on the amazing women that are revolutionising the UK pest control industry. In their own words, we hear from some of our incredible award-winning te

03 March 2025

Don't let pests spoil Pancake Day

PESTAWARE Ahead of Pancake Day on 4 March, British Pest Control Association urges pancake lovers to make sure you check your cupboards and ingredients for tiny insect pests. Experts at BPCA are encouraging the public to take action

04 March 2025

Cleankill sparkles in Gatwick Diamond Business Awards

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Cleankill Pest Control has been shortlisted in four categories of the prestigious Gatwick Diamond Business Awards confirming that the company is one of the best in the region. The categories Cleankill has b

26 February 2025

What impact might council devolution have on pest management in England?

LOCAL GOVERNMENT On 16 December 2024, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (DHLUC) produced a white paper detailing their plans to restructure English councils.  There are currently 3 types of councils in E

26 February 2025

360 Wildlife Control offer subcontracting solution to glue board issue

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member company 360 Wildlife Control are offering pest controllers the use of their 360 Jack Russell team for rodent control. With the now well-documented restrictions on 'sticky boards' following the Glue Traps (O

26 February 2025

Lodi to launch new fly killer range at PPC Live

PRESS RELEASE Lodi UK are buzzing to announce the release of their new Captiv8 Electric Fly Killer range, launching exclusively for pest controllers at PPC Live.  A new dimension in fly control, introducing an innovative collec

26 February 2025

Bird flu (HPAI) guidance for pest management professionals

HEALTH AND SAFETY Following confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), BPCA has written some precautionary guidance for pest professionals working alongside birds and cattle during an outbreak. This guidance is for those

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | Insectram: What auditors need from pest control

CPD VIDEO Join us as we delve into the latest advancements in pest management technology with Purean Solutions, the developers of Insectram. This video covers how Insectram's web and mobile app-based pest management and reporting system o

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | Environmental risk assessments (CRRU-UK-approved CPD)

CPD VIDEO In this video, John discusses the intricacies of environmental risk assessments with a focus on rodenticides (anti-vitamin K agents). Learn about the risks associated with AVKs, including primary and secondary poisoning of non-t

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | The Art of PAW: Understanding the strategies of rodent control

CPD VIDEO Join us as Alex Wade explores the evolution of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) towards Integrated Risk Management (IRM) in pest control. This video delves into strategies and tactics for effectively managing pest populations, w

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | The aliens are here! Non-native pest species

CPD VIDEO Join Dave Archer as he captivates the audience with tales from his 45 years of experience in wildlife management and the challenges posed by invasive species such as grey squirrels, grey parakeets, and feral mink. This informati

13 February 2025

Giveaways at Logistics UK stand at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE Logistics UK will be attending Professional Pest Controller Live and one lucky attendee will win a Garmin Sat Nav. Logistics UK is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, supporting, shaping and standing up for e

13 February 2025

Boris Software to exhibit at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE Raffles, 20GB free data and more at the Boris Software stand at Professional Pest Controller Live.  Easy to implement and simple to use, Boris is a mobile management solution designed to break the paper chain and

11 February 2025

Missing Google Reviews or Suspended Profiles? A Quick Guide for Pest Management Professionals

PPC | Guidance If you’re a pest controller noticing that customer reviews have disappeared from your Google Business Profile (or that your profile has been suspended), you’re not alone. Google has confirmed a technical issue w