25 November 2025

Raccoons remain on watchlist following Cornwall sighting

PESTAWARE Experts at national trade body, British Pest Control Association (BPCA) are continuing to keep a watching brief on the expansion of raccoons across Europe after lone raccoon was spotted roaming gardens in Gwennap, Cornwall. .... More

25 November 2025

BPCA responds to Scottish Parliament’s Good Food Nation proposals

POLICY BPCA has been working to ensure professional pest management stays firmly on the radar of MSPs, following a call for views from the Rural Affairs and Islands Committee.  The Committee is scrutinising a draft of The Go.... More

25 November 2025

Lighting at work guidance from HSE

HEALTH AND SAFETY Pest controllers often work in environments with poor lighting conditions. This guidance is designed to help manage the risks attributed to poor lighting. The quicker and easier it is to see a hazard, the more e.... More

25 November 2025

HSE publishes annual workplace health and safety statistics

HEALTH AND SAFETY HSE has published the latest statistics on work-related health and safety in Great Britain. The annual work-related health and safety figures for 2024/25 include: 1.9 million working people suffering from a.... More

19 November 2025

Tyro Group Expands to the USA with Acquisition of EnviroSMART

PRESS RELEASE Tyro Group is proud to announce the acquisition of EnviroSMART Multifamily Pest Solutions, a leading environmental and pest control provider based in the United States. This marks a major milestone for Tyro Group as.... More

19 November 2025

PestWorld 2025 breaks all records

Pest management professionals from across the world came together in record numbers for PestWorld 2025. More than 4,500 delegates converged on the Marriott Orlando World Center, Orlando, Florida between 21-24 October, for what is the.... More

17 November 2025

VIDEO: Money down the drain – drainage surveys and inspections

CPD VIDEO Drains are one of the most common and most confusing root causes of rodent issues. So, when should a pest controller get involved, when should you call a drainage expert, and what should you never attempt to handle yourself? .... More

10 November 2025

BPCA picks up accolade at Association Excellence Awards 2025

ASSOCIATION NEWS BPCA was delighted to be recognised at the Association Excellence Awards for our work on membership engagement.  The Awards are held to recognise and reward the achievements of trade bodies, professionals, m.... More

31 October 2025

VIDEO: Consumer vulnerability: recognising the signs, reducing the risks with Louise Baxter MBE

How can pest professionals spot when a customer might need extra support – and what can you do to help? Louise Baxter MBE, Head of the National Trading Standards Scams Team and Non-Executive Director at TrustMark, explores what consum.... More

31 October 2025

VIDEO: Duty of care: an employer’s guide | BPCA Quest HR support

VIDEO Do you know what your duty of care really means as an employer? In this clear and practical session, Hema Mistry, Head of Service at Quest, breaks down what every business owner needs to understand about their legal and moral res.... More

31 October 2025

VIDEO: How we support our colleagues at Pelsis

SPONSORED VIDEO What does a company with a real mental health culture look like? In this session, Sophie Thorogood, Technical Training Manager at Pelsis, shares how the business is leading the way in supporting staff wellbeing across i.... More

31 October 2025

VIDEO: Pest Minds: Is mental health the employer's responsibility?

VIDEO How can pest management businesses support mental health at work, and where does an employer’s responsibility begin? In this session, Anna Mollins, founder of Pest Minds, explores how pest control companies of every size ca.... More

30 October 2025

BPCA launch new careers hub, video and Open Doors Charter

RECRUITMENT Rosina Robson, BPCA Chief Executive, shares how the Association’s new pestcareers.org.uk hub, recruitment film, Open Doors Charter and social media campaign are helping to attract a more diverse, skilled and inspired workf.... More

29 October 2025

GUIDANCE: Using wildlife cameras in customer premises - staying ethical, legal and professional

GUIDANCE Wildlife cameras have become an invaluable part of modern pest management. They help identify the cause of infestations, confirm pest presence, and assess proofing success, all without being physically onsite. But when cameras.... More

29 October 2025

Government guidance on Awaab’s Law issued for social landlords

LEGISLATION On Monday this week (27 October 2025), Awaab’s Law entered into force. Applying to social landlords, their tenants are now protected against emergency hazards and significant damp and mould hazards. Protections.... More

24 October 2025

Inside PelGar’s Telford Laboratory

PRESS RELEASE In the ever-evolving world of pest control, where regulations shift and pest resistance grows, innovation is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. At the heart of BPCA member company, PelGar International’s technica.... More

23 October 2025

Trade bodies join forces ahead of Maintenance Week

PESTAWARE National trade bodies British Pest Control Association (BPCA) and Property Care Association (PCA) have joined forces to shine a spotlight on the entry points shared by water and pests as part of Maintenance Week. The an.... More

23 October 2025

Halloween horrors – how to prevent pests this spooky season

PESTAWARE From rotting pumpkins to unattended sweet treats, Halloween celebrations can inadvertently become a party for pests, warn experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA). To avoid attracting unwanted visitors such as.... More

15 October 2025

MP Environmental Pest Control wins Best Businesswomen Awards 2025

MEMBER NEWS Businesswoman Michelle Pope, from MP Environmental, won Best Business and Best Consumer Business at the Best Businesswoman Awards 2025. The company took home a Silver Award in each category in this prestigious competition w.... More

15 October 2025

BPCA mourns the passing of former CEO Oliver Madge

IN MEMORIAM It is with deep sadness that the British Pest Control Association (BPCA) announces the passing of Oliver Madge, who for many years was a leading force in our industry and a key figure in advancing pest control standards across t.... More

14 October 2025

WIN: Take part in the Future of pest management survey 2025

RESEARCH BPCA is once again asking pest professionals and business owners across the UK to share their insights for our Future of pest management research project. Take the survey now The first survey, conducted in 2023, pro.... More

08 October 2025

VIDEO | The public health impact of rodents

CPD VIDEO In this video, Laura Rosenwald, NPMA, takes a higher-level look at rodents as universal pests, their impact on public health, and why effective management is essential worldwide. Laura explores the science and practical reali.... More

08 October 2025

VIDEO | Modern rodenticides in focus

CPD VIDEO In this sponsored session, Richard Faulkner, Envu, explores the history and science behind rodenticides, from their earliest use through to today’s anticoagulants and emerging alternatives. Richard explains how rodentic.... More

08 October 2025

VIDEO | Qualifications framework update: September 2025

VIDEO In this video, John Horsley, BPCA, takes us through the moving pieces of the new qualifications framework, why it’s being developed, and what it means for professionals in the field.  John also explains the “jigs.... More

08 October 2025

VIDEO | Seasonal flies explained: autumn fly control

CPD VIDEO In this session, Sophie Thorogood, Technical Training Manager at Pelsis, takes us through the key species, myths, and hidden issues around autumn flies. Sophie also shares her experience digging into textbooks and industry re.... More

08 October 2025

VIDEO | Guest webinar: Mole control

CPD VIDEO In this video, Dave Archer from DKA Pest Control talks about all aspects of practical mole control, including the rules and best practices you need to be aware of.   Could you add mole control to your services? Are you n.... More

07 October 2025

Pest expert advice on mosquitoes in wake of UKHSA report

PESTAWARE National trade body, British Pest Control Association (BPCA), has issued advice to householders after two species of disease-carrying mosquitoes were found in the UK. A report from the UK Health Security Agency  (U.... More

07 October 2025

Public health workforce will face significant shortages without action, new report warns 

PUBLIC HEALTH The Royal Society for Public Health has published new research showing that up to 20% of the wider public health workforce could leave their jobs in the next five years.  It warns that professions like pest control.... More

02 October 2025

BPCA completes HSE consultation on anticoagulant rodenticides

TOOLKIT BPCA has submitted a detailed response to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) consultation on the future of anticoagulant rodenticides (AVKs), ensuring the voice of professional pest management is fully represented.  .... More

29 September 2025

New Codes of Best Practice for working animals in pest management published

CODES BPCA has released two new Codes of Best Practice (CoBPs): 'Birds of Prey in Pest Management' and 'Working Dogs in Pest Management'.  A BPCA Code is a set of written rules which explains how people working in our indust.... More

29 September 2025

BPCA wins national recognition for inclusion work

INCLUSION BPCA Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee has been recognised at the Memcom Awards 2025, receiving a Highly Commended award for Best Inclusion Initiative. BPCA Marketing Manager, Scott Johnstone, said: .... More

29 September 2025

BPCA to launch pest careers hub: your help needed

CAREERS BPCA is preparing to launch a brand-new online hub to showcase careers in pest management – and members are being asked to get involved. Launching in October this year, pestcareers.org.uk is a BPCA project developed.... More

24 September 2025

CRRU-UK CPD deadline approaches: everything you need to know if you’re on BPCA Registered

CPD As we’re sure you’re aware, from 1 January 2026, proof of competence rules for buying professional-use rodenticides are changing.   If you wish to continue purchasing and using these products, you’ll ne.... More

23 September 2025

Tragic death of retired nurse prompts allergy awareness call

PESTAWARE Experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA) are urging householders to be allergy aware after the tragic death of a retired nurse who is thought to have died following a reaction to bee stings. Press reports that.... More

23 September 2025

Cliverton announce enhanced insurance packages for pest control companies

PRESS RELEASE Cliverton are delighted to announce our partnership with Hiscox, a trusted name in specialist insurance cover, providing enhancements to the standard Pest Control insurance policy: designed to give greater peace of mind with s.... More

22 September 2025

National Pest Awards 2025 winners announced

AWARDS BPCA members swept almost every category at the National Pest Awards in Manchester on 17 September. Organised by Pest in conjunction with the British Pest Control Association, the National Pest Technicians Association and.... More

22 September 2025

Bell Laboratories acquired by multinational investment firm

INDUSTRY NEWS  BPCA M&D member, Bell Laboratories announced it has been acquired by Berkshire Hathaway. The acquisition marks a new chapter in Bell Laboratories’ history. Bell Laboratories said it remains committed.... More

18 September 2025

Fake news: A pest company’s guide to dealing with malicious online reviews

BUSINESS BPCA Marketing Manager, Scott Johnstone, explores what pest control companies can do when faced with malicious or fake online reviews. He looks at how Google and Facebook handle complaints, what the law says in different parts.... More

16 September 2025

General Licence 002 updated for feral pigeon control in Wales

BIRD CONTROL Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has updated General Licence 002 (GL002), which permits the control of feral pigeons for the purposes of protecting public health, public safety and preventing the spread of disease. The changes, w.... More

11 September 2025

Lessons from across the channel: Yellow-legged (Asian) hornets

PPC120 | OPINION Christopher Venables of Venables Pest Control shares first-hand insights from France on the invasive Asian hornet - its spread, behaviour, control methods, and why stronger UK collaboration is vital. This year, c.... More

11 September 2025

Ask the technical team: September 2025

PPC120 | TECHNICAL In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk insecticides, "green" pest control, flea treatments and Asian Hornets. SPEED READ: You’re likely already ‘green’, with many sustainable pest sol.... More

11 September 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: Mind the gap

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11 September 2025

Awaab’s Law puts pests on the housing agenda

PPC120 | PESTS IN POLITICS In her debut article, BPCA Chief Executive Rosina Robson explains how the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023 and the phased rollout of Awaab’s Law will likely affect the pest management industry. .... More

11 September 2025

Non-pest invertebrate biology, behaviour and advice

PPC120 | TECHNICAL Niall Gallagher, BPCA Technical Manager, provides an overview of several insect species that, although often distressing, are not classified as public health pests.  Arthropods (or bugs, if you believe the.... More

11 September 2025

Know your enemy: the key to tiny fly control

PPC120 | TECHNICAL In this article, Killgerm’s Avril Turner explains the importance of species identification in fly monitoring and control programmes. As per the shifting seasons, we always see an uplift in flying insect n.... More

11 September 2025

Battling Stored Product Insect (SPI) infestations

PPC120 | TECHNICAL Richard Faulkner, Envu’s National Account and Technical Manager for the UK and Ireland, gives PPC readers an overview of the Stored Product Insects (SPIs) that UK pest professionals are most likely to encounter.&nbs.... More

11 September 2025

PESTWATCH: The Lesser Housefly

PPC120 | PESTWATCH Niall Gallagher, BPCA Technical Manager, gives PPC readers this complete guide to the biology, risks and control of the lesser housefly. The lesser housefly (Fannia canicularis) is a familiar but often underest.... More

11 September 2025

Meet the member: Protecting the past with Total IPM

PPC120 | YOUR ASSOCIATION PPC Editor Kat Shaw, took a trip to London in spring to visit Greg Fee, founder of Total IPM.  While taking a tour of the Natural History Museum, a client of Total IPM, they talked about carrying out pest.... More

11 September 2025

Opinion: Bee-fuddled – Bee management and pest control

PPC120 | OPINION Pollinator protection legislation, tightening planning controls around listed buildings and a public obsession with all things eco-friendly have made feral honey bee jobs some of the most sensitive call-outs in the modern p.... More

11 September 2025

What is invoice fraud, and how does it affect traders?

PPC120 | BUSINESS Invoice fraud is a threat to everyone. It occurs when criminals target a legitimate payment by a customer to a business and redirect that money to another bank account. PPC asked our friends at Which? Trusted Trader f.... More