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01 September 2025
Policy Watch: New rules on wages, contracts and vehicles explained
Rosina Robson, Chief Executive of the British Pest Control Association (BPCA), outlines key policy changes on the horizon that could affect pest management companies and technicians. . More
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27 August 2025
BPCA challenges failings in glue trap legislation
BPCA has stepped up its campaign to fix the Glue Traps (Offences) Act 2022 after new undercover footage showed retailers still selling and advising on the illegal use of glue traps. . More
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19 August 2025
VIDEO: Wasp control in 2025: behaviour, biology and evolving control strategies
Wasp season can cause alarm, stings, and serious health risks - but for pest professionals, it’s all about control, safety and smart treatment choices.. More
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18 August 2025
VIDEO: Working in Collaboration with Your EHO
Learn how pest controllers and Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) can work together for faster problem solving, smoother enforcement and better outcomes for clients.. More
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18 August 2025
HSE launches consultation on anticoagulant rodenticides
The HSE is holding a public consultation on renewing anticoagulant rodenticides under the GB Biocidal Products Regulation. More
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28 July 2025
Air gun safety reminder after media reports of pigeon incident
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. . More
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23 July 2025
VIDEO: Environmental Risk Assessments with Insectram
Sponsored: Craig Peniket from Insectram breaks down ERAs, why they matter, and how to make them quicker and easier with the help of smart software.. More
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25 June 2025
Working in hot weather: how pest controllers can stay safe
As the weather in the UK heats up, here's some advice on how to stay safe while working in the heat. . More
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16 June 2025
BPCA joins UK Business and Biodiversity Forum
BPCA has joined the UK Business and Biodiversity Forum (UKBBF), a national network focused on helping businesses integrate biodiversity into their decision-making. . More
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12 June 2025
Pest Minds: speak your mind with new mental health initiative
PPC magazine spoke to pest industry marketing bod Anna Mollins, about her new project to help pest professionals reach out and share the mental load.. More
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02 May 2025
Full steam ahead for entry-Level 3 qualifications on BPCA Qualifications Framework
BPCA has committed to developing new Level 3 pest management qualifications as part of a new industry qualification framework. . More
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24 April 2025
New rules on workplace recycling in England
New recycling rules in England, effective from March 31, 2025, require businesses with 10 or more employees to separate waste into three categories.. More
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23 April 2025
OPEN LETTER: Glue Board Act fails to protect animal welfare or public health, says BPCA
BPCA has written an open letter to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Steve Reed.. More
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15 April 2025
Eight risks homeowners need to be aware of during the Birmingham bin strikes
Families are at risk as bin strikes create a paradise for pests on the streets of Birmingham, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
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01 April 2025
HSE: Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness Month and HSE has put together some tips and webinars on managing stress in the workplace.
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13 March 2025
Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread
Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.. More
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11 March 2025
Minimum Wage rises set for April
The National Living Wage will see increases across all age groups from 6 April 2025.. More
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26 February 2025
What impact might council devolution have on pest management in England?
A white paper detailing plans to restructure English councils has the potential to have significant impacts on the pest control industry in England. . More
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26 February 2025
Bird flu (HPAI) guidance for pest management professionals
Precautionary guidance for pest professionals working alongside birds and cattle during a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak.. More
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29 January 2025
Sticky situation: Met Police caught unprepared on Glue Trap law
In December, BPCA received a Freedom of Information (FOI) response from the Metropolitan Police, which revealed that no training had been provided to officers on glue trap protocols. . More
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13 January 2025
VIDEO DEBATE: Life after glue boards - tackling rapid rodent infestations
This debate will encourage an insightful and helpful discussion around how we can tackle complex rat and mouse infestations that cause significant concern, without the use of glueboards.. More
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07 January 2025
Licensing updates for England and Scotland in 2025
From January 2025, an update was provided to some of the general and class licences for birds and Glis glis.. More
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06 December 2024
CRRU code changes: what pest managers need to know
The CRRU code of best practice has seen its latest revision, with various changes and updates for pest managers to review and understand.. More
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05 December 2024
Back-to-basics: Using cholecalciferol rodenticide safely
In PPC117 Envu and BASF give readers a back-to-basics run down of cholecalciferol safety.. More
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05 December 2024
The EDI Toolkit: What is it and how will it help pest controllers?
Can a new approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion be a boost to your recruitment problems? . More