07 October 2024

PestFix refreshes BPC8 discount zone with focus on winter-proofing essentials

MEMBER BENEFITS PestFix is thrilled to notify BPCA members of the latest refresh to the BPC8 Discount Zone, now packed with essential proofing products tailored for the colder months. What is the BPC8 scheme? The BPC8 scheme is an

07 October 2024

Killgerm announces strategic investment for PestWest Electronics

PRESS RELEASE Killgerm Group is proud to announce another strategic investment, as PestWest Electronics has now completed its move into a modern and high specification operational base at Symphony House in the Wakefield 41 industrial park.

17 December 2024

Best Pest Pic competition is back for PPC Live 2025

COMPETITION BPCA is once again 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

01 October 2024

Eggs-traordinary science: call for participants in Herring Gull study

RESEARCH Jon Blount is Professor of Animal Ecophysiology at the Centre for Ecology and Conservation, at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus in Cornwall. It's one of the UK’s largest research groups that specialises in the

30 September 2024

Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) changes from 1 April 2025

VEHICLES It was announced in the 2022 Autumn Statement (17 November 2022), that HM Treasury planned to introduce vehicle excise duty (VED) for electric vehicles, including cars, vans and motorcycles, from April 2025. On 14 August 20

30 September 2024

Logistics UK updates pest controllers on 2030 phase out deadline for new petrol and diesel vehicles

TRAVEL Logistics UK has received the below information about government thoughts on restoring the phase-out dates for the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles to 2030 from contacts at the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV).

30 September 2024

BPCA win highly commended in awards for member support

ASSOCIATION BPCA has won a highly commended award for ‘support’ at the 2024 Memcom excellence awards.  The award ceremony was in London on 28 September 2024 and BPCA picked up the accolade for work on new and existi

25 September 2024

Orkin UK expands legionella division with acquisition of DCS

PRESS RELEASE Guardian Legionella Services has bought Descale and Chlorination Services Ltd (DCS) in a move that strengthens the legionella division of Orkin UK. The deal, for an undisclosed sum, is the first completed by Guardian Legione

24 September 2024

New member benefit: Exclusive vehicle leasing offers and support

MEMBERSHIP BPCA members can now get enhanced van and car leasing offers from EasyLeasing. With this new partnership, member companies can secure discounts on various vehicles from multiple manufacturers.  Shop now Or call

23 September 2024

NEW Equality, Diversity and Inclusion toolkit for BPCA members

RECRUITMENT BPCA has released Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) guidance for pest management companies.  The EDI toolkit has been created with help from BPCA's EDI Committee, a group of dedicated volunteers from across the pest

20 September 2024

PestWorld 2024 events for international delegates

EVENTS A series of events designed specifically for the large number of international delegates are to be held at PestWorld 2024. Where: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, Denver, Colorado, US When: 22-25 October 2024 T

20 September 2024

Full Memcom membership for BPCA

ASSOCIATION BPCA is pleased to officially be a full member of Memcom, a community that connects senior leaders from membership organisations, trade associations and the wider not-for-profit sector. Memcom aims to facilitate collabor

19 September 2024

Stop the presses! BPCA in the media

PESTAWARE The press loves a creepy crawly story. We all remember how much bed bug coverage they ran with in October 2023 and that kind of exposure is great for the pest management industry.  And the more stories BPCA appears in, the

12 September 2024

National Pest Awards 2024 winners announced

AWARDS The 2024 National Pest Awards winners were announced at an awards ceremony in London. The Pest Awards are run by Pest Magazine and supported by BPCA and other sector representatives, including Basis and NPTA. Huge congra

11 September 2024

Killgerm France announce strategic investment

Press release Having formally set up operations in January 2023, the growth of Killgerm France has exceeded expectations and as such this has led to the strategic investment to acquire the offices, production and warehousing facilities, locate

06 September 2024

VIDEO: Controlling rats in drains

CPD VIDEO Understanding how drainage networks are constructed and how rats use them can make the difference towards a successful control strategy. During this webinar, Darron will explore: How drain systems work Signs of infestation

02 September 2024

New managing director appointed for Killgerm Scandinavia

PRESS RELEASE Martin Nilsson has been promoted as the new Managing Director for Killgerm Scandinavia, effective from 1 September 2024. Martin started working in Killgerm Scandinavia (formerly Milluck AB) 14 years ago, and he has bee

28 August 2024

Early bird registration for PestWorld 2024 ends on 6 September

PRESS RELEASE The early bird registration rate for PestWorld 2024 ends on 6 September. For international delegates this is a saving of $50. So don’t delay – take advantage of this reduced rate and book now! PestWorld 202

28 August 2024

Vergo adds JG Pest Control to its portfolio of brands

PRESS RELEASE JG is a unique and innovative pest control provider that specialises in supplying its services predominantly to the domestic market.   JG Pest Control will continue to operate independently under its well-established bra

21 August 2024

Pest Solutions growth continues with nine new hires across the UK

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member company Pest Solutions has announced several new hires as the business continues growing across the UK. The business has experienced rapid growth in recent years. With expansion plans for the future, inclu

21 August 2024

"Back to School" technology offers for members with Dell

MEMBER BENEFIT Dell Technologies has a series of deals available for BPCA members in its Back-to-School sale.  Savings are available on many Dell laptops, desktops and tablets. BPCA members can snag additional discounts using t

20 August 2024

Contego Environmental Services appoints Holly White as new Managing Director

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member company Contego Environmental Services has announced the appointment of Holly White as the company’s new Managing Director.  Holly, who has been a part of the Contego team as Finance Controller,

15 August 2024

VIDEO: Termites and how to treat them

CPD VIDEO We're joined by Steven Dupuy from Rentokil North America talking about termites. This video is taken from BPCA's Digital Forum 26. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested i

15 August 2024

VIDEO: Mosquitos and how to treat them

CPD VIDEO We're joined by Dr Claudia Riegel from City of New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board talking about mosquitos. This video is taken from BPCA's Digital Forum 26. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) ho

15 August 2024

VIDEO: A Fowl discussion from an unusual bird

CPD VIDEO We're joined by Elaine Bliss from PestFix talking about a fowl from unusual birds. This video is taken from BPCA's Digital Forum 26. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested