07 March 2023

New general licence checklist templates now available in member library

MEMBER BENEFIT BPCA has developed template checklists to evidence your justification for using lethal control when carrying out bird management work. Created with the support of BPCA BirdWise, our special interest group for bird manage.... More

21 February 2023

Pests in the press: October to December 2022

PPC110 | News 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. The seasonal push to raise awareness of rat and mouse issues took the l.... More

21 February 2023

Member benefit in focus: Free SSIP assessments from CQMS

PPC110 | Member benefit Kerry Howe, Director of CQMS, explains the CQMS health and safety accreditation, and helps you understand how it works for your business. Are you aware of a new member benefit – a free SSIP assessment.... More

21 February 2023

BPCA Annual Report 2022

PPC110 | Annual report A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2022. Another challenging year to be sure, but BPCA coped admirably. February ■ BPCA Registered was independently verified by the.... More

21 February 2023

President's Report: Challenges and progress

PPC110 | Annual report In Chris Cagienard's first President's Report since taking the role, he talks about delivering on the Association's strategy during a milestone year for BPCA. At BPCA, we’re working hard to deliver on t.... More

21 February 2023

BPCA Committee Reports 2022

PPC110 | 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 2022.  Servicing committee report: Members supporting members "We’re al.... More

21 February 2023

BPCA Treasurer’s report 2022

PPC110 | Annual report Treasurer’s report: A good year and strong sales in digital 2022 was a good year. The Association’s revenue and net surplus were above plan and largely explained by the performance of PestEx, which.... More

21 February 2023

BPCA Board - They work for you

PPC110 | 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 strate.... More

21 February 2023

INFOGRAPHIC: 2022 in numbers

PPC 110 | Annual report Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2022 annual report. . More

21 February 2023

PPC Live 2023 show guide out now

PPC 110 | Events  DOWNLOAD SHOWGUIDE   REGISTER NOW PPC Live is heading back to Yorkshire Welcome to the PPC Live show guide: your definitive look at what’s happening at the biggest pest event of the year. On 22 M.... More

07 February 2023

New member benefit: Life, vehicle and more insurance products from Stubben Edge (Risk)

MEMBER BENEFITS BPCA has partnered with Stubben Edge (Risk) to offer members a growing range of insurance products that meet the demands and needs of those working in the pest management sector. With your BPCA membership, you can.... More

16 January 2023

New member benefit: Special offers, free gifts, training discounts and monthly prize draw with Edialux Professional

MEMBER BENEFIT Edialux Professional is now offering a whole host of exclusive benefits for fellow BPCA members.  BPCA member companies now have access to: A monthly prize draw BPCA members are automatically entered int.... More

06 January 2023

Best Pest Pic competition returns for PPC Live 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 @brit.... More

03 January 2023

New member benefit: Personalised workwear with 1env

MEMBER BENEFIT BPCA member 1env is offering members exclusive discounts on their personalised workwear. Buy any four embroidered clothing items and get one more free as a BPCA member. 1env’s now supply a wide range of high.... More

03 January 2023

New member benefit: Discounted tyres, MOTs and servicing subscriptions with Kwik Fit Club

MEMBER BENEFITS BPCA has partnered with Kwik Fit to give members discounts on car and van maintenance needs. BPCA members get 4% off Kwik Fit Club, a subscription service that helps take the hassle out of vehicle maintenance. .... More

09 December 2022

New member benefit: Discounted print services from Stirland Paterson

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 man.... More

18 November 2022

New treatment report templates for BPCA members

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 r.... More

17 November 2022

New member benefit: Discounted training and free support from Veritas Pest Consultancy

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 contr.... More

14 November 2022

New member benefit: Discounted hire equipment from WowNow Hire

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 co.... More

11 November 2022

PPC Live 2023 sneak peek - seminars, demonstrations, practical sessions and more!

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, prac.... More

04 November 2022

Scottish glue board ban will affect most vulnerable, says BPCA

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..... More

01 November 2022

Pests in the press: July to September 2022

NEWS | PPC109 October 2022 Press activity ramped up with appearances on television and radio for BPCA as a long hot summer drifted into autumn, while seasonal pests including wasps and maggots generated plenty of headlines in print and online.... More

28 October 2022

Developing your pest control skills with BPCA

TRAINING AND CPD | PPC109 October 2022 In this article, BPCA’s Training and Professional Development Manager, Karen Dawes, explores why continuing professional development (CPD) can be a great tool for a pest professional’s deve.... More

20 October 2022

Updated options for rodenticide ‘proof-of-competence’ training

PRESS RELEASE The choice of training for farmers and trainee pest controllers to become recognised competent users and authorised purchasers of professional grade rodenticides has been updated in conjunction with the Campaign for Responsibl.... More

06 October 2022

BPCA to give evidence as Welsh Parliament set to ban glue boards

LEGISLATION The Agriculture (Wales) Bill has been published, committing to a complete prohibition of using snares and glue traps. Unlike the Glue Traps (Offences) Act, the Agriculture (Wales) Bill has no provision for pest professional.... More