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

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

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

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

03 September 2025

Join the BPCA Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Working Group

VOLUNTEER BPCA is inviting members to volunteer for its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Working Group.     The group is shaping resources such as the ESG Toolkit, which will help pest management businesses of.... More

07 August 2025

Join the BPCA Fantasy Premier League and support Trussell Trust

CHARITY FOOTBALL BPCA is once again running a mini Fantasy Premier League the whole pest control sector can join in with. Entry costs £5, and 100% of the fee will support the Trussell Trust foodbank charity. Use your &.... More

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.... More

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 associati.... More

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.... More

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 ha.... More

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 o.... More

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 membe.... More

16 June 2025

BPCA joins UK Business and Biodiversity Forum

PARTNERSHIPS  British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has joined the UK Business and Biodiversity Forum (UKBBF), a national network focused on helping businesses integrate biodiversity into their decision-making.    .... More

12 June 2025

INTERVIEW: Introducing Rosina Robson: BPCA's new chief executive

PPC119 | ASSOCIATION Rosina Robson joined British Pest Control Association (BPCA) as Chief Executive in June 2025. With more than 20 years’ experience in lobbying and government relations, Rosina brings a strong track record of c.... More

12 June 2025

PPC Live 2025 reviewed: A showcase of pest control expertise

PPC119 | EVENTS PPC Live returned to Harrogate on 19 March 2025, once again bringing together the UK pest industry for a day of networking, learning and expert insights.  As always, BPCA has been listening to your feedback, analys.... More

12 June 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: PPC Live 2025 in numbers

PPC119 | PPC LIVE REVIEW A round-up in PPC119 of the key statistics and figures to come out of PPC Live 2025. . More

12 June 2025

EDI Committee: Boosting recruitment in the pest control industry

PPC119 | INDUSTRY The pest control industry needs to replace 3,500 roles over the next decade, prompting a push to attract more diverse candidates. The EDI Committee is tackling this by addressing barriers, improving job adverts, and promot.... More

29 May 2025

VOTING OPENS in BPCA member elections - 13 candidates stand for SIX places on BPCA Board

YOUR ASSOCIATION Voting has officially opened in the BPCA Member Elections 2025, with 13 nominees standing for SIX open seats on the Executive Board. We recently advertised vacancies for four volunteer Member Representative Board membe.... More

19 May 2025

BPCA appoints Rosina Robson as chief executive

ASSOCIATION British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has confirmed that Rosina Robson will take the helm as chief executive as of  2 June 2025. Rosina is a familiar face in Westminster and the devolved nations, having spent two de.... More

15 May 2025

Join the BPCA Executive Board: Put yourself forward now

ASSOCIATION BPCA is on the lookout for new Executive Board Directors to help shape the future of the Association. With four vacancies available, the Board is looking to strengthen its governance by welcoming new voices and perspe.... More

02 May 2025

Full steam ahead for entry-Level 3 qualifications on BPCA Qualifications Framework

SECTOR After extensive consultation with members, the sector, and awarding body RSPH, BPCA has committed to developing new Level 3 pest management qualifications as part of a new industry qualification framework.  The BPCA F.... More

27 March 2025

PPC Live 2025 review: a showcase of pest control expertise

REVIEW PPC Live returned to Harrogate on 19 March 2025, once again bringing together the UK pest industry for a day of networking, learning and expert insights.  As always, BPCA has been listening to your feedback, analysing.... More

24 March 2025

Professional Pest Controller issue 118 (PPC118) out now

PPC118 is a bee special, thanks to our BeeWise Special Interest Group (SIG). We cover standout bee removal incidents, the challenges of rehoming honey bees, and the latest insights into pollination. We also have a feature on roof rat behaviour.... More

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024

PPC118 | Annual report A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2024. January ■ Trainee pest technician job template made available for members ■ PestAware presentation template is made ava.... More