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28 May 2026
Defra pledges to look at mole traps – BPCA responds
Over Christmas, the Government launched its Animal Welfare Strategy, which included a commitment to review mole traps.. More
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26 May 2026
Vector-borne disease report highlights changing risks for pest professionals
The UK government have published the first annual One Health Vector-Borne Disease Surveillance report.. More
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26 May 2026
Climate adaptation is pest management’s business too
Niall looks at the Climate Change Committee’s latest assessment of UK climate risk, and explains why pest professionals have a bigger role in adaptation than many people might realise.. More
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14 May 2026
HSE issues new survey on SPS Agreement and BPR
HSE has issued a new survey to the industry to understand the costs associated with the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR).. More
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13 May 2026
King’s Speech 2026: What’s in it for us?
For pest management, there were several areas worth watching, especially UK-EU relations, regulation, late payment, employment and the Armed Forces Covenant.. More
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07 May 2026
Pest Minds launches new Charter to improve mental health support across pest management
Pest Minds has launched a new Charter to help businesses take practical, meaningful steps to support mental health and wellbeing at work.. More
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24 April 2026
BPCA backs ACA call for practical UK REACH approach
BPCA has added its voice to calls for a more practical approach to UK REACH, warning that unnecessary duplication could affect product availability, costs and innovation across the pest management supply chain.. More
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22 April 2026
Take part in HMRC’s Tell ABAB survey
BPCA members are being encouraged to take part in HMRC’s Tell ABAB survey, which is now open.. More
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24 March 2026
BPCA seeks industry views as government plans review of mole traps
BPCA is asking pest professionals, manufacturers and suppliers to share their views on mole traps as the Government prepares to review their use in England.. More
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24 March 2026
Free CRRU-UK-approved CPD now available through BPCA online learning
BPCA members can now complete their CRRU-UK-approved CPD for 2027 through a series of free online modules, available via their MyBPCA area.. More
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11 March 2026
Government confirms UK-EU alignment on biocides under new SPS agreement
The UK Government has confirmed that rules governing biocidal products will be aligned with European Union regulations as part of a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement.. More
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09 March 2026
OPINION: Shotgun licensing changes not evidence-led
Bill Harriman of BASC argues proposed changes to align shotgun licensing with other firearms would create unnecessary bureaucracy, restrict lawful use and significantly reduce shotgun ownership.. More
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09 March 2026
OPINION: Talking humane dispatch
Pest professionals discuss the often-unspoken realities of humane dispatch, sharing honest perspectives on the emotions, responsibilities and professionalism involved in protecting public health and preventing animal suffering.. More
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09 March 2026
Government confirms timeline for lead ammunition restrictions
The Government has confirmed when new restrictions on the sale and use of lead ammunition will take effect across England, Scotland and Wales.. More
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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
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25 February 2026
CRRU rodenticide purchasing requirements – transitional arrangements deadline approaches
BPCA and CRRU-UK have agreed that transitional arrangements regarding rodenticide purchasing requirements will end in March 2026.. More
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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
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02 February 2026
VIDEO: Winter driving safety: practical advice for pest professionals on the road
Al Richardson from Logistics UK shares practical, real-world advice to help pest controllers stay safe when driving in adverse conditions.. More
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15 January 2026
VIDEO: Pest equipment maintenance – getting ready for insect season with Anna Iversen
We spend a lot of time talking about products, pests and labels. But what about the equipment that actually puts chemistry where it needs to be?. More
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12 January 2026
Bird control licences in 2026: what’s changed across the UK
The 2026 bird general licences are now live (from 1 January 2026), and there are a few changes pest controllers need to clock, especially if you work across borders.. More
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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
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05 January 2026
Animal welfare strategy puts traps and wildlife control under review
The government has published its Animal Welfare Strategy for England, setting out a series of commitments that could have significant implications for wildlife control and pest management activity. . More
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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
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17 December 2025
What the Employment Rights Act means for pest management companies
The Employment Rights Act passed its final stages in the House of Lords on Monday, 15 December 2025. Here is what you need to know. . More
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10 December 2025
A new era for rodenticide use: reflecting on the journey with CRRU
Dr Matthew Davies outlines how rodent control has evolved toward stewardship and explains the new competence requirements professionals must meet from 2026.. More