25 March 2025

Cleankill signs up to Armed Forces Covenant

PRESS RELEASE After discussions with ex-services employees, BPCA member Cleankill Pest Control has signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant - a promise to support the Armed Forces community. Around 9 percent of Cleankill’s st.... More

25 March 2025

Fill out the TrustMark Registered Businesses survey for a chance to win

SURVEY TrustMark are currently running our annual Registered Business Survey and we want BPCA members to take part. As a TrustMark Registered Business, we value your membership and are committed to supporting you to succeed. To ensure.... More

25 March 2025

Pelsis launch new range of sustainable LED fly control solutions

PRESS RELEASE Pelsis Group, a global manufacturer and supplier of pest control solutions, has launched the Halo LED range, a new energy-efficient fly control solution designed to help businesses reduce operational costs while maintaining th.... More

25 March 2025

New company size thresholds from April 2025: Lower reporting burdens for UK businesses

BUSINESS On 6 April 2025, updates will be introduced to reflect inflation, ensuring smaller businesses benefit from reduced regulations. Company size thresholds have not changed since 2013, so this is a welcomed change for small busine.... More

25 March 2025

Programme for ICUP 2025 announced

EVENTS The International Conference on Urban Pests is taking place in Sweden this year and the full agenda is now available. The Organising Committee for the International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP) 2025 has been working ha.... More

24 March 2025

Professional Pest Controller issue 118 (PPC118) out now

PPC118 puts a spotlight on bee conservation and pest management. 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 around bait.... More

21 March 2025

Pests in the press: October to December 2024

PPC118 | Pests in press Our regular PPC magazine feature, taking a look at public relations and how BPCA works with the press to educate the public about pest awareness. Rats and mice were the main topics of press coverage in the.... More

21 March 2025

Pests in politics: March 2025

PPC118 | Pests in politics Stay up-to-date with all things pest in the UK Parliament and devolved administrations. PPC helps keep you firmly in the loop. Continued issues for glue trap licensing  BPCA has uncovered a signific.... More

21 March 2025

Ask the technical team: March 2025

PPC118 | Ask the technical team In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk bee species, feral pigeons, bait consumption and pest risk assessments.  SPEED VIEW: Feral bees are managed honey bee colonies that lose their.... More

21 March 2025

Opinion: Honey bee relocation

PPC118 | Opinion In this article, Simon Spratley, Bounty Pest Control and BPCA BeeWise, talks about the pros and cons of rehoming honey bees.  Honey bees are vital pollinators, but when they settle in unwanted places, rehomi.... More

21 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: Pollination: the facts

PPC118 | Infographic As part of PPC118's Bee Special issue, BPCA put together some interesting facts on pollination.  £690 million worth of crops are pollinated each year in the UK. Pollination is a crucial part o.... More

21 March 2025

How staff who drive for work could be putting your business at risk

PPC118 | Advice In this PPC118 article, Driving for Better Business talk about the importance of safe driving for work and their free policy builder tool to help organisations. People who drive for work, and especially van driver.... More

17 March 2025

Building a bee-saving business model with Eradikil

PPC118 | Meet the Member Shane-Daniel North is the Director of Oxfordshire-based Eradikil Pest Control. He talks to PPC magazine about his passion for bees, conservation and helping those who are disadvantaged with pest control problems. .... More

14 March 2025

Opinion: Professional standards in pest control don’t go far enough

PPC118 | OPINION In this article, Adrian Gough of Pest Risk Management Group, talks about the upcoming CRRU proof of competence requirements. Warning - This article will be like Marmite! With the new rules being introduced f.... 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

14 March 2025

President's Report 2024

PPC118 | Annual report In Chris Cagienard's President's Report from the BPCA Annual Report 2024, he talks about culture, policy and building relationships. As President of BPCA, I proudly present my Annual Report for the Associat.... More

14 March 2025

BPCA Committee Reports 2024

PPC118 | Annual report BPCA is run by members, for members. Here, the Chairs of BPCA's various Committees update you on the work they've been doing in 2024.  Professional Standards Report When I write my reports I am remind.... More

14 March 2025

BPCA Treasurer’s Report 2024

PPC118 | Annual report 2024 was another good year for the Association financially, with better than planned performances on both the top and bottom lines. BPCA Registered, the UK’s leading CPD scheme for professional pest c.... More

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024 - They work for you

PPC118 | Annual report The Executive Board is the governing body of the Association, and Board Members, as Directors, have a duty of care to both BPCA Members and the BPCA Staff team.  The Board’s emphasis is on strategy and.... More

14 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: 2024 in numbers

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14 March 2025

PPC Live 2025 showguide out now

PPC 118 | Events DOWNLOAD SHOWGUIDE PPC Live will be back on 19 March 2025. Welcome to the PPC Live showguide: the trade show designed for pest management professionals to keep up with the latest and greatest things happening in the s.... More

13 March 2025

Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread

PUBLIC HEALTH 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. It was reported in February that Oscar-winning ac.... More

13 March 2025

TrustMark appoints new Chief Operating Officer

MEMBERSHIP TrustMark, the UK’s only Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in and around the home, announces the appointment of Charlotte Carter as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), a newly established role in th.... More

13 March 2025

World class programme for PestWorld East 2025

EVENTS A world class programme, featuring speakers, researchers, exhibitors and industry experts from across the globe, has been drawn together for PestWorld East 2025. This is to be held between 15-16 April 2025 at the W Dubai - The P.... More

12 March 2025

LNPS talk balancing growth with customer service

PRESS RELEASE In just eight years since launching, London Network for Pest Solutions (LNPS) has established itself as a leading pest control company in London and the Home Counties, offering expert services tailored to both residential and.... More

12 March 2025

Syngenta: Get close to the action for ant control

PRESS RELEASE As spring temperatures start to rise, problematic ants will inevitably start to make a nuisance for food businesses and household customers. With many infestations coming in from outside in search of food, pest controllers ar.... More

11 March 2025

Minimum Wage rises set for April

HR AND BUSINESS Changes announced in Chancellor Rachel Reeve’s Autumn Budget are set to come into effect on 6 April, including increases to the National Living Wage.  The minimum wage for over 21s, known officially as.... More

10 March 2025

Pest Solutions celebrate International Women's Day 2025

PRESS RELEASE On International Women’s Day 2025, Pest Solutions shine the spotlight on the amazing women that are revolutionising the UK pest control industry. In their own words, we hear from some of our incredible award-winning.... More

04 March 2025

Cleankill sparkles in Gatwick Diamond Business Awards

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Cleankill Pest Control has been shortlisted in four categories of the prestigious Gatwick Diamond Business Awards confirming that the company is one of the best in the region. The categories Cleankill ha.... More

03 March 2025

Don't let pests spoil Pancake Day

PESTAWARE Ahead of Pancake Day on 4 March, British Pest Control Association urges pancake lovers to make sure you check your cupboards and ingredients for tiny insect pests. Experts at BPCA are encouraging the public to take acti.... More

26 February 2025

What impact might council devolution have on pest management in England?

LOCAL GOVERNMENT On 16 December 2024, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (DHLUC) produced a white paper detailing their plans to restructure English councils.  There are currently 3 types of councils i.... More

26 February 2025

360 Wildlife Control offer subcontracting solution to glue board issue

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member company 360 Wildlife Control are offering pest controllers the use of their 360 Jack Russell team for rodent control. With the now well-documented restrictions on 'sticky boards' following the Glue Traps.... More

26 February 2025

Lodi to launch new fly killer range at PPC Live

PRESS RELEASE Lodi UK are buzzing to announce the release of their new Captiv8 Electric Fly Killer range, launching exclusively for pest controllers at PPC Live.  A new dimension in fly control, introducing an innovative col.... More

26 February 2025

Bird flu (HPAI) guidance for pest management professionals

HEALTH AND SAFETY Following confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), BPCA has written some precautionary guidance for pest professionals working alongside birds and cattle during an outbreak. This guidance is for th.... More

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | Insectram: What auditors need from pest control

CPD VIDEO Join us as we delve into the latest advancements in pest management technology with Purean Solutions, the developers of Insectram. This video covers how Insectram's web and mobile app-based pest management and reporting syste.... More

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | Environmental risk assessments (CRRU-UK-approved CPD)

CPD VIDEO In this video, John discusses the intricacies of environmental risk assessments with a focus on rodenticides (anti-vitamin K agents). Learn about the risks associated with AVKs, including primary and secondary poisoning of no.... More

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | The Art of PAW: Understanding the strategies of rodent control

CPD VIDEO Join us as Alex Wade explores the evolution of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) towards Integrated Risk Management (IRM) in pest control. This video delves into strategies and tactics for effectively managing pest populations.... More

13 February 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 29 | The aliens are here! Non-native pest species

CPD VIDEO Join Dave Archer as he captivates the audience with tales from his 45 years of experience in wildlife management and the challenges posed by invasive species such as grey squirrels, grey parakeets, and feral mink. This inform.... More

13 February 2025

Giveaways at Logistics UK stand at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE Logistics UK will be attending Professional Pest Controller Live and one lucky attendee will win a Garmin Sat Nav. Logistics UK is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, supporting, shaping and standing up fo.... More

13 February 2025

Boris Software to exhibit at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE Raffles, 20GB free data and more at the Boris Software stand at Professional Pest Controller Live.  Easy to implement and simple to use, Boris is a mobile management solution designed to break the paper chain a.... More

11 February 2025

Missing Google Reviews or Suspended Profiles? A Quick Guide for Pest Management Professionals

PPC | Guidance If you’re a pest controller noticing that customer reviews have disappeared from your Google Business Profile (or that your profile has been suspended), you’re not alone. Google has confirmed a technical issu.... More

10 February 2025

New pest control job site launched in UK

PRESS RELEASE The UK pest management industry's new hiring and careers hub, pestcontroljobs.co.uk, has launched. The site assists employers in the pest control industry with hiring staff for a range of positions directly, while a.... More

06 February 2025

VIDEO: 2025 legislation and best practice refresher

CPD VIDEO Staying abreast of legislation and Codes of Best Practice is essential for every pest management professional. From changes to rules on spring traps to new laws banning the unlicensed use of glue boards, our legal landscape can sh.... More

06 February 2025

UK-based Wasp Pole Pro will be at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE At this year’s PPC Live, come see the Wasp Pole Pro, the lightweight telescopic applicator system to treat wasp and hornet nests at height. The Wasp Pole Pro has been designed and manufactured here in the UK b.... More

06 February 2025

Russell IPM to hold raffle at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE Russell IPM, manufacturer of pheromone-based insect control products, will hold a raffle at PPC Live this March to win a product hamper. Visitors will be able to enter by adding their business card to a tub and Russ.... More

06 February 2025

TrustMark quality scheme to exhibit at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE As part of an exclusive pest control partnership, TrustMark will exhibit at BPCA's PPC Live event this March. TrustMark is the only UK Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in or around the home an.... More

06 February 2025

PestScan's Jan Smits to present AI in pest control seminar at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE Jan Smits, General Manager at PestScan, will present a seminar at PPC Live in Harrogate on the question of AI and its uses in pest control. Artificial Intelligence in Pest Control: threat or opportunity? Jan will e.... More

06 February 2025

Metex launch new Unikey for manhole covers

PRESS RELEASE Metex are launching their newly rebranded Unikey at PPC Live 2025. The Unikey universal manhole cover key kit includes two heavy duty handles, 10 interchangeable key tips and a stopcock key, all in a carry case. .... More

06 February 2025

Killgerm show off new product range at PPC Live 2025

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Killgerm to exhibit impressive new product range at Professional Pest Controller (PPC) Live in Harrogate this March.   AF Trap Base  The modular scalable design of the base allows traps to be c.... More

04 February 2025

Wöhler bring advanced pest control inspection tools to PPC Live

PRESS RELEASE Wöhler video inspection cameras and video endoscopes are excellent tools for spotting pests lurking behind walls, inside pipes, or within built-in cabinets, even in the darkest areas. Pests tend to find those h.... More