20 August 2021

Enter the Ratrix

TRAINING | PPC104 AUGUST 2021 Can you imagine a world where a learner driver takes their theory test and, upon passing it, is immediately allowed to drive unsupervised on the road? No, that would be dangerous and irrespo.... More

20 August 2021

Pestflix and chill: free CPD resources for pest professionals

CPD | PPC104 August 2021 Pest professionals love learning and sharing knowledge. Yet some of us still end up cramming in our CPD hours towards the end of the year leading to the value of professional development being somewhat diminished.... More

11 August 2021

IPS launches new sticky moth trap

PRESS RELEASE Following two years of testing, International Pheromone Systems has launched a new product that will help both commercial pest controllers and homeowners to manage moth infestations. The pre-baited clothes moth boar.... More

06 August 2021

Dates announced for ICUP 2022 conference

 PRESS RELEASE After the disruption and postponement caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the organisers of the International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP) are now delighted to announce the dates of their rescheduled 2020 Conference. .... More

06 August 2021

Pelsis Group acquired by Pamplona

PRESS RELEASE Pelsis Group has announced it will be acquired by specialist investment manager Pamplona Capital Management this September. Pelsis has been owned for the past four years by Lloyds Development Capital (LDC), the.... More

05 August 2021

Changes to BPCA Exec Board as Martin Harvey steps down

Former BPCA President Tom Holmes rejoins the BPCA Executive Board as Immediate Past President, while Martin Harvey takes a step back. Martin was elected to the Board in 2010, appointed as Vice-President in 2012 and President in 2014.... More

04 August 2021

Choose professionals to protect wild birds, says trade body

PRESS RELEASE Bird deterrents used on buildings, such as spikes and netting, must be installed by a professional to protect both wild birds and property, a national trade body has said. British Pest Control Association (BPCA), is.... More

04 August 2021

Major changes at International Pheromone Systems

 PRESS RELEASE Fast-growing Cheshire-based International Pheromone Systems (IPS) has strengthened its technical team with the promotion of Payman Shafighi to the new role of Technical Business Development Manager. The n.... More

04 August 2021

PestWest® flies high with another award-winning night for flyDetect®

PRESS RELEASE PestWest was announced the winner of the Digital Engineering/Technology Award for flyDetect® at the Made in Yorkshire Awards ceremony on 29 July. The prestigious manufacturing dinner was held at t.... More

03 August 2021

Let’s keep glue boards for professionals, says BPCA

BPCA has begun its lobbying effort to keep rodent glue boards in the toolkits of pest professionals. In June, the UK government issued details on the Glue Traps (Offences) legislation, designed to ban the sale of rodent glue boards in.... More

03 August 2021

Funding secured for gadget that identifies apple moth pest

PRESS RELEASE MothNet, a partnership between two companies, has secured funding from Innovate UK to develop a fully automated codling moth monitoring system for apple growers. The codling moth is a major pest of fruit such as app.... More

22 July 2021

John O’Conner expands despite pandemic challenges

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member John O'Conner expands team and invests in a new fleet of vehicles, despite Covid-19 challenges.  The well-established grounds maintenance business has bought a brand new fleet of vehicles due t.... More

22 July 2021

Join our new working group for member complaints

BPCA is reviewing its member complaints procedures and is looking for some members to get involved with a new complaints working group. BPCA Technical and Compliance Manager Natalie Bungay said: “Accountability is a crucial.... More

22 July 2021

VIDEO: Understanding pests in food businesses

Pests in food businesses can damage and contaminate food, causing economic loss and threatening public health. In this video Natalie looks at the main species you are likely the encounter, the causes of infestations, control options and leg.... More

21 July 2021

Five Years of Rodenticide Stewardship report published

A report of the UK Rodenticide Stewardship Regime’s work covering 2016 to 2020 has been published by the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use. This feeds into a formal five-year review being carried out by its HSE-led Government O.... More

19 July 2021

Safe working for pest professionals after lockdown

From today (19 July) nearly all Covid-19 restrictions in parts of the UK are at an end.  However the virus hasn't left us yet, so the government is urging people to remain cautious and sensible, including in the workplace.  .... More

14 July 2021

Bayer announces release of new Harmonix® Rodent Paste

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Bayer is bringing a new professional-use cholecalciferol rodenticide, which can be used in open areas and burrows, to the market this September. Tim Peeling, product manager at Bayer Environmental Scienc.... More

14 July 2021

VIDEO: Digital Forum 9 - A complete approach to wasp and hornet control

In this sponsored Digital Forum 9 slot, Matt Towler from Lodi UK gives a crash course in wasp and hornet biology and control.  The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest.... More

14 July 2021

VIDEO: Digital Forum 9 - What's on the horizon after glue boards?

In this video, Alex Wade from Wade Environmental asks "What now?" after the news the UK Government is looking to ban glue boards.  The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in.... More

14 July 2021

VIDEO: Digital Forum 9 - Bird control lasers explained

In this video, Chris Frappell from Pestfix gives a talk on lasers for bird control and their use. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest management ca.... More

14 July 2021

VIDEO: Digital Forum 9 - Inspections and pest activity: what to look for

In this video, Avril Turner from Killgerm gives a talk on IPM and what to look out for when carrying out pest control surveys. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest mana.... More

12 July 2021

PestWorld to return as in-person event

PRESS RELEASE Plans are well under way for PestWorld 2021 to return as a face-to-face event in the US this autumn. When: 2-5 November 2021 Where: MGM Grand Hotel, Las Vegas, USA Organised by the National Pest Mana.... More

07 July 2021

Have your say: Member summit on general licences for bird control in Northern Ireland

The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) have announced a consultation on general licences for wild bird control, following similar licensing changes across other parts of the UK.  As a result, BPCA will be hosting a me.... More

06 July 2021

1env hold NHS birthday bake sale

On 5 July, as the National Health Service celebrated its 73rd anniversary, BPCA member 1env Solutions held a charity bake sale at the company's head office in Leigh-on-Sea. 1env’s Head of Marketing, Ollie Hewett.... More

01 July 2021

Legal teeth and rodent control update in 2021 Code of Best Practice

Rodenticide use for permanent, pulsed or burrow baiting, or in covered and protected bait stations, is now only legal if the product label permits these ‘non-standard’ scenarios specifically, says CRRU. This applies equall.... More

29 June 2021

BPCA secures funding for 3D interactive simulator

BPCA is excited to announce that we have been successful in securing funding from the Ufi VocTech Trust, to support the development of an interactive 3D competency simulator for pest technicians. The funding is for a pilot programme th.... More

29 June 2021

New ladder safety guidance announced

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and Ladder Association will be unveiling two new ladder safety guidance documents in a one-off webinar.  Ladder safety is highly relevant for pest management technicians and surve.... More

29 June 2021

Trade body’s wasp advice for window cleaners

PRESS RELEASE Wasps can be a common hazard for window cleaners, particularly during the late summer months when a wasp colony is at its peak. British Pest Control Association (BPCA), is encouraging members of the Federation of Window C.... More

28 June 2021

VIDEO: Essential customer service skills for pest professionals

Customer service relates to every single interaction or “touch point” with your customers. In this video, Natalie Bungay explores the areas of your business that you need to think about when considering how you can deliver excel.... More

24 June 2021

Changes to right to work checks in UK

Changes coming into force on 1 July 2021 will affect how a UK employer should conduct 'right to work' checks for EEA citizens. On 22 June 2021 the Home Office issued a communication informing employers that their ‘Empl.... More

21 June 2021

LNPS continues vital mosquito monitoring

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member London Network for Pest Solutions is playing an important role in monitoring one of the planet’s deadliest insects. Newham was one of several councils originally asked to help with a vita.... More

18 June 2021

Manage mental health at work with FREE ISO for small businesses

For a limited time, BSI are offering the ISO 45003 Standard free of charge to any small business that has under 100 employees and a turnover less than £25 million. This standard has been written to help companies support the ment.... More

17 June 2021

Beaver announce new Head of Compliance and Client Retention

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Beaver are pleased to announce, after interviewing both externally and internally, that James Wood has been offered the position of Head of Compliance and Client Retention. The job has many facets and Ja.... More

17 June 2021

UK government confirms plans to ban rodent glue boards completely

The UK government has issued details on the Glue Traps (Offences) Bill to crack down on “inhumane rodent traps”. In a government press release it states: “Glue traps are a widely available and cheap method of pe.... More

15 June 2021

CEPA President steps down

After three years, Henry Mott has resigned as President of CEPA, the European Pest Management Solutions Professional Association. Following Henry's resignation, former Vice-President Marc Aubry has been voted as President and Mon.... More

14 June 2021

Cleankill thrives despite initial Covid-19 concerns

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Cleankill Pest Control announced that in April 2021 its contract portfolio hit the £2 million mark and total turnover exceeded £3 million. In March 2020 Cleankill staff were told that th.... More

09 June 2021

National Pest Awards 2021 finalists announced

The shortlist of finalists for this year’s National Pest Awards has been announced by organisers Pest magazine.   Run in association with BPCA, the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) and Basis Prompt, the Nati.... More

08 June 2021

Spotta strengthens global reach with new resellers

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Spotta Smart Pest System signs three new distributor agreements in North America and UK. Spotta has strengthened its global reach with three new distributor agreements: Pest-End Exterminators and Co.... More

01 June 2021

Case study: Technology at heart of pest control company

A Bayer case study showing Amicus embracing technology as part of an integrated pest control approach. Technology is currently the missing piece of the puzzle in many integrated pest control approaches, but it can play a fundamental role in i.... More

31 May 2021

Technicians takeover BPCA in lead up to World Pest Day

Between 1-5 June, five technicians are taking over BPCA’s social media channels to show the world the essential role they play in protecting public health.   World Pest Day (6 June) is a worldwide campaign that aims to incre.... More

27 May 2021

VIDEO: Wales Digital Forum - Upselling and Aftercare

In this video, Kevin Higgins from Aries Training gives a talk on selling additional pest control services and building good customer relations. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone intere.... More

27 May 2021

VIDEO: Wales Digital Forum - Innovation in Products with Lodi UK

In this video, Matt Towler from Lodi UK gives a talk on pest control products. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest management can learn, share and connect. T.... More

27 May 2021

VIDEO: Wales Digital Forum - Leading a movement against suicide

In this video, Rosy Candlin from the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) gives a presentation on mental health awareness.  The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested i.... More

20 May 2021

Penalties for not telling HMRC about Covid-19 overpayments

Failure to notify them of an overpayment of Coronavirus financial support could lead to fines, says HMRC. Covid-19 hit businesses hard and there were many financial support packages announced to try and cushion the blow for UK busines.... More

19 May 2021

Pelsis Group expands Edialux Professional team

PRESS RELEASE Following news of the recent acquisitions of Edialux France and US based Bird-B-Gone, Pelsis Group has made four new staff appointments.  The new appointments are part of the company's international growth stra.... More

19 May 2021

Talking Pest Management chat with CEPA President

A wide ranging questions and answers session about the role and objectives of CEPA (the European pest management services trade association) was recently held with CEPA President Henry Mott. The interviews are part of the Talking Pest Manag.... More

14 May 2021

Covid-19 spot checks continue as lockdown measures start to lift

As lockdown eases in stages, HSE is continuing to carry out spot checks and inspections on businesses in all sectors to confirm they have Covid-secure measures in place.   Being Covid-secure means being adaptable to.... More

14 May 2021

WANTED: Amazing pest technicians for social takeover

We need five technicians to tell the world what pest management is all about. For World Pest Day 2021, we’re looking for up to five technicians to take over BPCA’s social media for the week (1-5 June). You’d nee.... More

14 May 2021

VIDEO: Principles of moth control for pest professionals

Whilst the vast majority of moths found in the UK are harmless, a few are considered to be pests. In this video Natalie Bungay looks at why these can cause problems, the importance of control and the control options open to us as.... More

13 May 2021

Professional Pest Controller issue 103 (PPC103) out now

CONTENTS | PPC103 MAY 2021 Professional pest controller magazine issue 103 is out now and available to read online for free. The magazine can be read online or downloaded as a PDF  or you can join our Affi.... More