29 June 2017

Global Pest Management Coalition Launched

BPCA recently joined 21 pest management associations from around the world to form the Global Pest Management Coalition. . More

01 May 2024

Global Public Health and Food Safety Summit announced in Florida

The Summit brings together pest management professionals, public health officials, food safety specialists, researchers and more.. More

20 February 2024

Global Public Health and Food Safety Summit heads to Florida in 2024

The Global Public Health and Food Safety Summit is run by NPMA, CEPA and FAOPMA, and will take place over three days in June.. More

20 February 2024

Glue board legislation in Scotland: Amendment withdrawn but licensing scheme still possible

Proposed amendments to the Wildlife Management and Muirburn Bill in Scotland, aimed at implementing a licensing system for glue traps, have been withdrawn.  . More

08 November 2021

Glue boards in England will be licenced rather than banned completely

If the proposed Glue Traps (Offences) Bill becomes law, their use will be licenced rather than completely banned.. More

06 October 2021

Glue trap ban on cards in Wales

The Welsh Government has announced its intention to ban the use of glue boards in Wales. . More

05 January 2026

Glue trap SALES ban moves a step closer following BPCA lobbying

Proposals to pave the way for a ban on the sale of rodent glue traps across the UK will be debated in Parliament this week.. More

08 January 2026

Glue trap sales changes can move forward after committee backs regulations

The Draft United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020 (Exclusions from Market Access Principles: Glue Traps) Regulations 2025 cleared an important hurdle yesterday.. More

31 January 2024

Glue Traps (Offences) Act will likely take effect in July 2024, says Defra

Defra has confirmed that Natural England has been appointed as the regulator for glue trap licensing in England.. More

20 January 2022

Glue Traps (Offences) Bill passes committee stage without amendment

Although two hours were scheduled for the meeting, it took only 45 minutes for MPs to decide to pass the Bill through its Committee stage without amendment.. More

27 April 2022

Glue Traps (Offences) Bill passes third and final reading in England

The Bill to restrict glue trap use in England has passed its third and final reading in the House of Lords unopposed and with no amendments. . More

28 April 2022

Glue Traps (Offences) Bill receives Royal Assent - what does this mean for pest management?

New legislation restricting glue trap use in England became law after receiving the go-ahead from the monarch, alongside several other animal health and welfare bills. . More

22 February 2023

Glueboards in Wales and implications for the rest of the UK

In November, BPCA's Chief Executive Ian Andrew represented the pest control industry in the fight for glue board use at a Welsh Parliament Select Committee.. More

03 August 2020

Going digital: The future of BPCA forums

When Covid-19 hit the UK, it quickly became a case of ‘adapt or die’ for many businesses. BPCA was not immune to this and two of our biggest activities were interrupted: training and events. . More

20 October 2020

Going, Glowing, Gone – Syngenta release new Talon Glow

BPCA Manufacturing and Distributor member Syngenta has released new addition to the Talon rodenticide range.. More

20 May 2025

Golden ticket competition winners tour BASF’s Widnes factory

Press release: A group of pest controllers were treated to a rare tour around BASF's factory near Liverpool, following a recent competition. . More

25 February 2021

Google Local Service Ads

In this PPC102 article, local search specialist, Known Locally, explains the latest way to boost online presence for your pest management business.. More

08 September 2025

Google Local Service Ads consolidates its ad badges into one ‘verified’ check

From 20 October 2025, Google will be introducing a single Google Verified badge across all Local Services Ads, replacing the current range of labels. More

27 August 2025

Google Local Service Ads consolidates its ad badges into one ‘verified’ check

From 20 October 2025, Google will be introducing a single Google Verified badge across all Local Services Ads.. More

25 February 2021

Google My Business: Promote your pest control company for free

In this article, Which? Trusted Traders share their insights on the Google tool that helps you find and generate leads for your pest control business.. More

29 October 2025

Government guidance on Awaab’s Law issued for social landlords

On 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.. More

08 September 2025

Government reshuffle: BPCA welcomes new ministers and invites collaboration with pest management community

On 5 September 2025, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a sweeping reshuffle across the government, including new appointments at Defra and the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities. . More

14 April 2021

Grain store pest protection webinar - register now!

BPCA member Lodi UK will host their first ever webinar on the latest best practice on effective grain store pest protection. . More

01 July 2022

Grand opening of Chichester PestFix storefront a success

Press release: With local residents, business and the pest control industry in attendance PestFix are delighted to have officially opened their first of its kind storefront in Chichester, West Sussex.. More

23 February 2018

Green pest control - Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

When selecting a pest control contract, care should be given to specify a contractor that can prevent pests rather than cure their effects and can do this using the minimum of chemicals. . More