05 March 2026

BPCA submits response to EU biocides review

BPCA has submitted a response to the European Commission’s consultation on the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) Refit, setting out what needs to change to keep public health pest control effective, affordable and innovation-friendly.. More

05 March 2026

Jumping onboard with Dale Seaman

Dale Seaman of Bounty Pest Control completed the onboarding scheme and Level 2 Certificate quickly, telling PPC how the structured framework gave him confidence starting his pest management career.. More

05 March 2026

OPINION: Diversity in pest control

Julia Pittman, Chair of BPCA's EDI Committee, gives her view on why diversity isn't just a tickbox exercise - it's good for business.. More

05 March 2026

Avoiding illicit Advion pitfalls

Pest controllers are being warned to be careful to only source their Advion Cockroach and Advion Ant gel products from the authorised distribution network, or potentially fall foul of counterfeit product that could adversely affect results and ris.... More

04 March 2026

VIDEO: Cracking cockroach control – species, habits and treatment success

Steve Broadbent of Ensystex explores the biology and behaviour of the cockroach species most commonly encountered in the UK, including the German cockroach (Blattella germanica) and Oriental cockroach (Blatta orientalis). . More

03 March 2026

Scotland confirms glue trap ban from July 2026

Scottish Government has confirmed that provisions banning the use, supply and possession of rodent glue traps will come into force on 1 July 2026.. More

03 March 2026

Is your UV LED lamp proven to perform? Why evidence matters in pest control

Sponsored. Insect light traps play a critical role in professional pest control, particularly in supporting effective fly monitoring in food production environments. . More

19 February 2026

BPCA backs Government Youth Guarantee and urges pest professionals to get involved

BPCA is working with the Department for Work and Pensions to encourage pest management businesses to take part in the Government’s new Youth Guarantee scheme.. More

19 February 2026

HSE’s proposed chemical regulation changes support BPCA’s vision for product innovation in the sector

HSE has published their plans for reforms to post-Brexit chemical regulations. Many of BPCA’s proposals have been adopted.. More

02 February 2026

VIDEO: Mitigating rodent risk in complex sites: practical lessons from the field

Michael Dunbar, Technical Manager at Killgerm, shares real-world lessons from years of field biology inspections in some of the UK’s most complex sites. . More

02 February 2026

VIDEO: Insectram Awakens - AI integration and digital monitoring

Sponsored. The pest control industry is changing fast. AI, smart traps and digital monitoring are no longer “nice to have” – they’re quickly becoming essential.. More

29 January 2026

BPCA launches new member benefit with Insectram

BPCA has launched a new member benefit in partnership with Insectram, giving members exclusive discounts and hands-on support with a digital platform built specifically for professional pest management businesses.. More

15 January 2026

Full PestEx 2026 Technical Theatre programme released

BPCA has unveiled the full Technical Theatre seminar schedule for PestEx. Two days of focused talks built for pest professionals.. More

09 December 2025

Flipping the script with iX5 Pest Control

Matt O’Donnell, Director of iX5 Environmental Services, shares his experience of a BPCA assessment, highlighting preparation, constructive discussions and how the process supports members in strengthening compliance and professional practice.. More

09 December 2025

From cybersecurity to pest control: how curiosity and community shaped Squeak-a-boo

Somerset-based pest controller Matthew Arnold, owner of Squeak-a-boo Pest Control, talked to PPC magazine about career changes, award recognition and stumbling upon opportunities.. More

31 October 2025

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

Louise Baxter MBE, Head of the National Trading Standards Scams Team and Non-Executive Director at TrustMark, explores what consumer vulnerability really means in 2025 and how it affects the work you do every day.. More

31 October 2025

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

Anna Mollins, founder of Pest Minds, explores how pest control companies of every size can create mentally healthy workplaces.. More

31 October 2025

VIDEO: How we support our colleagues at Pelsis

SPONSORED. In this session, Sophie Thorogood, Technical Training Manager at Pelsis, shares how the business is leading the way in supporting staff wellbeing across its UK sites.. More

24 October 2025

Inside PelGar’s Telford Laboratory

PRESS RELEASE: At the heart of PelGar International’s technical operations lies the Telford Laboratory, a hub of scientific excellence where chemistry meets biology. . More

29 September 2025

BPCA to launch pest careers hub: your help needed

BPCA is preparing to launch a brand-new online hub to showcase careers in pest management – and members are being asked to get involved.. More

11 September 2025

Meet the member: Protecting the past with Total IPM

PPC Editor Kat Shaw visited Greg Fee, founder of Total IPM, to discuss pest control in some of the city’s most iconic and sensitive sites.. More

11 September 2025

Meet the member: Inside Crawley Borough Council’s pest control team

PPC magazine editor Kat Shaw took a trip to Crawley in May, to visit Pest Control Officer Maggie Orszak, and her manager Debbie Gomez, at Crawley Borough Council.. More

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

18 August 2025

VIDEO: How to Use Your Age to Your Advantage in Pest Control

Julia Pittman, Head of Customer Strategy at Beaver Pest Control and Chair of BPCA’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, shares how young professionals can stand out, grow their skills, and shape the future of the industry.. More

18 August 2025

VIDEO: Field work in pest control

Clara Guisan from Pest Solutions shares hands-on research from the field, revealing how data collected on live jobs can transform the way we tackle pests.. More