19 October 2020

Wales goes into lockdown - what does that mean for pest professionals?

Wales will go into a "short, sharp" national lockdown from Friday 23 October, with people told to stay home once more. . More

14 May 2021

WANTED: Amazing pest technicians for social takeover

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).. More

22 April 2025

WANTED: Engaging technicians for social media takeover

Fancy yourself a pest control content creator? We've got just the gig for you!. More

04 October 2017

Wanted: Media-savvy pest management companies

BPCA is looking to get a list of members together who are interested in being interviewed by the biggest news outlets in the UK.. More

26 April 2023

Warning as Asian hornets spotted in Kent and Dorset

A warning has been issued for the public to remain vigilant after sightings of invasive Asian hornets in Kent and Dorset.. More

08 July 2020

Warning to pest controllers after van containing pesticides stolen

Following the theft of aluminium phosphide-based chemicals from a van in Manchester, BPCA urges technicians to be careful about leaving pesticides unattended in vehicles. . More

03 February 2021

Wasp control survey for Warwick students

Four MBA students at Warwick Business School need your help with their pest control course project.. More

09 May 2018

Wasp Nest BINGO!

Are you a pest technician who’s seen it all? Time to prove it! Eyes down, look in and play...WASPS NEST BINGO!. More

19 July 2018

Wasps and rodents on the rise as temperatures soar

It is looking like a bumper year for pests, with the heatwave providing perfect conditions for wasps, rats and mice to thrive, according to industry experts.. More

15 June 2018

Wasps going on? The changing pattern of summer pest behaviour

The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is urging the public to be on their guard for wasps as they anticipate a significant increase in prevalence this summer.. More

16 January 2014

Waste Carrier Registration – this affects you!

Any companies removing waste from sites (even small amounts of spent bait, UV tubes or packaging) must register with the Government.. More

10 May 2018

Waste, flies and opportunities for pest controllers

As the process of how we deal with our waste evolves, so does our requirement to protect it from flies. Clive Boase explores the problem and investigates whether there’s money to be made for pest management companies.. More

28 June 2019

'Watch out for wasps' says BPCA member Bayer

Warnings of a bumper wasp season have begun, following another mild winter in the UK.. More

28 May 2019

Wax moths: communal pupal chambers and inquilines

BPCA Consultant member John Lloyd is back in PPC, giving us advice on how to spot and treat for these rare pests.. More

12 November 2019

We build it...you drive it?

In this article, BPCA Comms Officer, Kat Shaw explores the franchising business model and how pest management professionals can benefit.. More

07 May 2025

WEBINAR DEBATE: Bee-fuddled - Bee management and pest control

Fewer subjects spark heated conversations in pest management than feral bee control and management. Nobody wants to hurt valuable pollinators, and bee relocation can be complex. More

07 April 2025

WEBINAR: Practical ant control for pest professionals

We all know how to treat ant infestations, right? In reality, ants are often overlooked pests requiring many considerations.. More

06 June 2017

Welcome to World Pest Day

Today (6th June 2017) is the very first World Pest Day. The worldwide campaign aims to increase awareness of the important role pest management plays in protecting public health. . More

19 January 2021

Welsh general licences for bird control 'lawful'

A High Court ruling has deemed the Welsh general licences for the control of wild birds to be lawful, following a challenge by campaign group Wild Justice. . More

13 December 2022

Welsh general licences for bird control unchanged for 2023

NRW has published the new 2023 General Licences for birds following the outcome of their Wild Bird Review. . More

15 June 2015

What happened at Fumicon 2015

Set in the historic Suffolk Port of Felixstowe, the fumigation conference returned in 2015 in the guise of Fumicon, proving to be a huge success with experts delivering a variety of seminars.. More

26 February 2025

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

A white paper detailing plans to restructure English councils has the potential to have significant impacts on the pest control industry in England. . More

25 August 2023

What is a trade association and should you join one?

If you’re a business owner in the UK, you’re probably aware of your industry trade association even if you’re not a member. But what is a trade association, and why do people join them? What does a trade association do with your fees?. More

17 May 2021

What is BPCA Registered ‘Check a Technician’?

BPCA has launched a new tool so clients can check if a technician is on BPCA Registered, our individual recognition and CPD scheme.. More

05 November 2019

What Rwandafull training

Martin Cobbald, from BPCA member Dealey, writes a travel diary about his trip to deliver fumigation training in Rwanda.. More