18 August 2025

VIDEO: Working in Collaboration with Your EHO

VIDEO Learn how pest controllers and Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) can work together for faster problem solving, smoother enforcement and better outcomes for clients. In this video, Fergal Flynn from PPM draws on his experien

18 August 2025

VIDEO: Field work in pest control

VIDEO In this talk, Clara Guisan from Pest Solutions shares hands-on research from the field, revealing how data collected on live jobs can transform the way we tackle pests. From behavioural resistance in mice to bait trials, genetic resistan

18 August 2025

HSE launches consultation on anticoagulant rodenticides

CONSULTATION The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has opened a public consultation on the renewal of anticoagulant rodenticide products under the GB Biocidal Products Regulation (GB BPR). The consultation, which runs until 30 Septe

18 August 2025

New BPCA guidance to help members complete NatureScot gull control licence applications

BPCA has released new guidance to support members applying for a NatureScot licence to manage gulls in Scotland. The document walks pest professionals through each section of the application, explaining what information is needed, common

30 July 2025

Free disease training day for live bee removers

TRAINING BPCA members are invited to join the UK Bee Removers (UKBR) for a free disease recognition training day this August. The event is being run in partnership with the National Bee Unit and takes place at Sparsholt College, Ham

29 July 2025

New sustainability guidelines help pest control companies stay competitive in a carbon-conscious market

PRESS RELEASE Businesses Uniting to Guarantee Sustainability (BUGS) launched the second edition of the Pest Management Industry Sustainability Guidelines at the annual conference of the Federation of Asian and Oceania Pest Management Associati

28 July 2025

Air gun safety reminder after media reports of pigeon incident

BEST PRACTICE You may have been made aware that the BBC reported an incident where a pigeon was found seriously injured in Glenfield, Leicestershire, having been shot with an air gun.  While there’s no indication that pes

25 July 2025

Raccoons on watchlist as possible invader

PESTWATCH A team of experts representing 42 organisations across the UK and Europe have identified raccoons as being among 20 species most likely to become invasive in Britain over the next decade. A horizon-scanning exercise conducted fo

24 July 2025

BPCA shortlisted for Association Excellence Awards 2025

ASSOCIATION BPCA is delighted to announce that we’ve been shortlisted in two different categories at the Association Excellence Awards (AEA). The Association Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the work that associations

23 July 2025

VIDEO: The good and bad that comes with the move to LED insect light traps

CPD VIDEO Are LED insect light traps really the future of fly control, or is it all just buzz? In this in-depth session, Tom Holmes, former BPCA President and industry consultant, takes us through the facts, the myths, and the big questions ar

23 July 2025

VIDEO: Grey squirrel management | Planning beats guesswork

CPD VIDEO Grey squirrels are an invasive species that costs the UK millions of pounds every year in terms of tree damage, biodiversity loss, and property repairs. In this video, Oli Smith from Wildtrack Pro shares a practical guide to man

23 July 2025

VIDEO: Environmental Risk Assessments with Insectram

VIDEO Let’s face it, environmental risk assessments (ERAs) aren’t exactly the highlight of a pest controller’s day. But they’re absolutely essential for compliance, protecting wildlife, and keeping your business reputat

23 July 2025

VIDEO: Second-to-none: Understanding the risks of secondary poisoning

CPD VIDEO Secondary poisoning is one of the most important challenges for pest management professionals to understand. In this video, Alex Wade, Global Technical Marketing Manager for BASF, explains what secondary poisoning is, why it matters,

22 July 2025

BASF unveil #SelontraCertified

PRESS RELEASE Pest controllers across the UK are being invited to achieve #SelontraCertified accreditation this year - an official endorsement of their training, knowledge, and safe handling of the market leading cholecalciferol rodenticide Se

15 July 2025

BPCA shortlisted for two Membership Excellence Awards 2025

ASSOCIATION BPCA is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for two awards in the memcom Membership Excellence Awards.  The memcom Membership Excellence Awards showcase the great work coming out of the membership an

10 July 2025

National Pest Awards 2025 finalists announced

AWARDS The shortlist of finalists for this year’s National Pest Awards has been announced by organisers Pest magazine. Organised by Pest in conjunction with the British Pest Control Association, the National Pest Technicians A

09 July 2025

A global gathering at ICUP in Sweden

EVENTS Delegates from across the globe gathered at the 11th International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP) held at AF-Borgen, in Lund, southern Sweden between 29 June and 2 July 2025. This once again proved to be four unique days for

07 July 2025

BPCA pledges support to Armed Forces Community with covenant commitment

INCLUSION British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has proudly signed the Armed Forces Covenant, strengthening its commitment to supporting current and former military personnel and their families. By signing the covenant, BPCA has f

02 July 2025

Pest control professionals flock to BASF farm training day

PRESS RELEASE Pest control professionals from across the UK travelled to Hurcott Farm, Somerset, to take part in BASF’s second 'Great Day on the Farm' – an immersive, full-day training event delivered in partnership with Killgerm C

26 June 2025

Join BPCA's Qualifications Framework working groups

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT BPCA is looking for volunteers to join two working groups, to help develop new qualifications for the future framework.  It’s well documented that BPCA is working on the strategic development of a

26 June 2025

BASF renews Mental Health survey to uncover ongoing challenges in pest control

PRESS RELEASE Following the eye-opening results of last year’s research, leading pest control solutions manufacturer, BASF, has launched its second annual mental health survey, continuing its mission to better understand and support the

26 June 2025

Pelsis launches NEW durable, poison-free silverfish trap

PRESS RELEASE Pelsis Group, a global leader in pest control innovation, has unveiled a durable, reusable trap specifically engineered to tackle stubborn silverfish infestations.  The new silverfish trap combines long-term monit

26 June 2025

BPCA celebrates World Pest Day with social media takeover

WORLD PEST DAY To mark World Pest Day on 6 June, British Pest Control Association (BPCA) handed over our social media platforms to the real heroes of the industry—frontline pest technicians. Five technicians from BPCA member c

26 June 2025

Programme announced for PestWorld 2025 

EVENTS The full programme of events for this year’s PestWorld 2025 is now available.  When: 21-24 October 2025 Where: Marriott Orlando World Center in Orlando, Florida, USA. Programme details, along with registrati

25 June 2025

Working in hot weather: how pest controllers can stay safe

HEALTH AND SAFETY As the weather in the UK heats up, here's some advice on how to stay safe while working in the heat.  We already know that some of you who are self-employed are choosing to work in the mornings and late evenin