21 December 2022
PESTAWARE The festive season is upon us and while we're drinking mulled wine or wrapping presents, the last thing we're thinking about is the possibility of letting pests into our grotto, right? Well that doesn't mean you can't adop
13 December 2022
National Resources Wales (NRW) has published the new 2023 General Licences for bird control. The 2023 licences remain unchanged from those published in July 2022 following the outcome of NRW's Wild Bird Review. Key documents
12 December 2022
PRESS RELEASE BPCA Observer member, Exterminators Plc, won a compliance award under ‘Emerging Listed Entities’ category for its very first published Annual Report at the glamourous TAGS 2022 ceremony, held for the 57th year at Shan
STEWARDSHIP New surveillance by the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use UK has found genes for resistance to anticoagulant rodenticides in 78% of rats and 95% of house mice. According to CRRU chairman Dr Alan Buckle, these incl
09 December 2022
MEMBER BENEFIT Use the same amazing print service as PPC magazine. Members can take advantage of BPCA’s relationship with Stirland Paterson by getting 10% off all your print requirements. Stirland Paterson can help pest manage
02 December 2022
CPD VIDEO A zoonosis is an infectious disease that has jumped from a non-human animal to humans. Zoonotic pathogens may be bacterial, viral or parasitic, or may involve unconventional agents and can spread to humans through direct c
CPD VIDEO In this video Dr Sam Jones from International Pheromone Systems, talks about enhancing monitoring and management of insect pests. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest
CPD VIDEO In this video, Tom Holmes, on behalf of Edialux, talks about the upsides of using LED light traps for insect control. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest manag
CPD VIDEO In this video, Alex Wade takes a look at all the strange and fascinating things you may not know about rats! The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest management can learn
01 December 2022
CPD VIDEO In this video, Ryan Smith from HSE talks about how pest control products are assessed before going on sale to professionals and the public. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone in
24 November 2022
PRESS RELEASE London Network for Pest Solutions (LNPS) has agreed a sponsorship deal with world-famous East London-based charity The Imps. LNPS is funding the purchase of 36 special open-faced helmets that are vital for the sa
PRESS RELEASE International Pheromone Systems’ Technical Director Dr Sam Jones will be giving a talk as part of the next Digital BPCA Pest Management Forum on Tuesday 29 November. The title of Dr Jones’ talk is ‘En
22 November 2022
PRESS RELEASE The international pest management community once again had the opportunity to gather for three busy days, but this time the venue was Japan for Pest Summit 2022. The event, organized by the Federation of Asian and Oceania Pe
LOBBYING: PROTECTING OUR TOOLKIT British Pest Control Association represented the pest control industry in the fight for glue board use at a Welsh Parliament Select Committee earlier this month. The hearing took place on November 9,
18 November 2022
MEMBERSHIP DOCUMENTS A brand new report template for rodent treatments, available for BPCA members and their employees to use, has been uploaded to the Member Documents Area (login required). An updated version of a general treatment repo
17 November 2022
Finances and economy The UK is now officially in recession as Jeremy Hunt unveiled the Autumn budget in Parliament today (17 Nov 22). There he announced a new set of tax rises and austerity policies. What does this mean for pest con
MEMBERSHIP BPCA member company, Veritas Pest Consultancy is offering discounted in-person training exclusively for members. Get 10% off Veritas in-person training and claim a free 30-minute consultation for your professional pest control
15 November 2022
WILDLIFE CRIME A sudden and marked increase in the numbers of wildlife incidents that involve the powerful rodenticide brodifacoum has been identified by the government-run Wildlife Incident Investigation Scheme (WIIS). Some involve
14 November 2022
MEMBERSHIP BPCA has partnered with WowNow Hire to give members discounts on tailor-made hire solutions for pest businesses. BPCA members get discounts on: Powered access Tool hire Rope access Waste disposal and colle
11 November 2022
PRESS RELEASE Birds of prey used within Orkin’s UK operations to support clients with bird deterrent programmes have been internationally recognised as some of the best. So much so, they have been invited by event organisers, Saudi
PPC Live 2023 PPC Live is a chance to get hands on with the latest and greatest pest management innovations, and to pick up some new skills along the way. Registration is open! Check out sneak previews of seminars, demonstrations, practic
06 January 2023
BPCA is looking for the best pest photograph and is offering a £500 prize for anyone who captures the perfect image of public health pest control. The competition is now officially open. All you need to do is tweet your image to @britpes
07 November 2022
CPD VIDEO Proofing can play a big part in rodent control. Managing proofing and completing it at the correct intervals during the treatment could give you the upper hand. In this webinar, John explores: Why do we need to carry out pr
04 November 2022
LEGISLATION Proposals in Scotland relating to a ban on the use of rodent glue traps, and increased regulation of other wildlife traps, have been published. A consultation on the proposals is open now and will close on 14 December 2022.&nb
PUBLIC HEALTH A national housing order will be introduced across England, making it a legal requirement for all those keeping birds to house their flocks. Pest professionals working with birds of prey as a part of their IPM offering shoul
