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  • 15 May 2019

    Abate Pest Management named a Future50 company

    BPCA member company Abate Pest Management has announced that they have been named a Future50 Company. Future50 is a business growth programme that's designed to recognise Norfolk and Suffolk's most innovative companies. .... More

  • 14 May 2019

    Open letter to Secretary of State regarding call for evidence: Bird control licences

    BPCA has written to Secretary of State Gove in regards to Defra's call for evidence on the impact of the revoking of three general licences for bird control. The letter is published in full here. You can download the letter as a PDF here.... More

  • 08 May 2019

    BPCA prepares to gather evidence for Defra on general licences

    Defra has initiated a formal evidence gathering exercise to capture information from all concerned parties about the impact of the recent withdrawal of three general licences for bird control. BPCA is collecting the evidence of me.... More

  • 08 May 2019

    New general licences for controlling Canada geese and wood pigeon comes into force

    On Friday 3 May Natural England published two new general licences for controlling birds. The licences, which allows people to kill or take Canada geese to preserve public health and safety and wood pigeon for preventing serious damage to c.... More

  • 05 May 2019

    Free micro-learning modules for pest management professionals

    BPCA has released eight short online learning programmes covering key skills such as communication, data protection, health and safety, and management. Micro-learning courses allow you to study in short bursts, at your own pace..... More

  • 02 May 2019

    UK pest technician wanted for Southeast Asia adventure

    CPS Myanmar (Burma) is in need of a Pest Technician or Field Biologist to assist our 50 technicians throughout the country. They're looking for a motivated, detail oriented, committed problem solver to join our team based in Yangon, Myanmar.... More

  • 02 May 2019

    BPCA talks general licence changes with Natural England

    Yesterday (Wednesday 1 May 2019) BPCA met with Natural England to discuss how pest management professionals can continue to protect public health after general licences for bird control were revoked last week. SPEED READ BPCA has met with.... More

  • 29 April 2019

    New general licence for controlling carrion crows comes into force

    Natural England has published the first of the new general licences for controlling birds.      The licence starts to replace the previous general licences for controlling carrion crows, a priority species for farmers looking.... More

  • 26 April 2019

    Interim measures for controlling birds now that general licences have been revoked

    Last night (Thursday 25 April) the general licences for bird control in England were revoked after a legal challenge. Natural England is expected to release new licences next week; however, pest management professionals can still legally us.... More

  • 25 April 2019

    General licences for bird control in Scotland to remain in place

    Scottish Natural Heritage has reassured users of their general licences that they remain in place in Scotland. In light of the recent decision by Natural England to revoke three of their general licences for controlling certain wild birds.... More

  • 25 April 2019

    Free tests and new guide tackle spread of resistant rats

    All professionals involved in rodent control have a role in tackling the spread of rats that survive high potency rodenticides, according to Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use chairman Dr Alan Buckle. In November last year, resis.... More

  • 24 April 2019

    General licences for bird control will be revoked - BPCA respond

    BPCA has been alerted that as of this Thursday (25 April 2019), Natural England is revoking three general licences for controlling certain wild bird species in England. The revoked licences (GL 04/05/06) cover 16 species of birds “inc.... More

  • 23 April 2019

    California moves towards rodenticide ban

    Legislation to ban certain rodenticides in California, USA is now heading to the Assembly Appropriations Committee for approval. If approved, Bill AB 1788 would:    Ban second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs.... More

  • 23 April 2019

    BPCA appoint new Marketing and Communications Manager

    After a rigorous recruitment process, the British Pest Control Association has promoted Scott Johnstone to the position of Marketing and Communications Manager. Scott is now responsible for developing and managing the marketing and communic.... More

  • 23 April 2019

    General licences for bird control: major changes to licensing requirements

    Natural England is revoking three general licences for controlling certain wild birds as of Thursday 25 April 2019. These licences (GL 04/05/06) cover 16 species of birds including several members of the crow family, Canada goose, some gull.... More

  • 17 April 2019

    Killgerm announces sale of Travelwise Group

    BPCA member company, Killgerm has announced the sale of 100% of the shareholding in Travelwise Group Ltd to TPW S.A.S. trading as Travel Planet. This encompasses both the Leisure Travel and the Business Travel operations within Travelwise Group.... More

  • 15 April 2019

    Abate Pest Management celebrates 20 years in business

    20 years ago, today (April 15 1999) Jon Blake decided to set up his own business and called it Abate. He and his wife Jill still owns the BPCA member company today. Jon started to develop the business in Norfolk and Suffolk, and with t.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    British Pest Management Award 2019 winners announced at PestEx

    The pest management show hosted the second ever British Pest Management Awards (BPMAs) last week, announcing the 2019 winners. Held in the Technical theatre of PestEx, in the London ExCeL on 20 March 2019 the awards ceremony was hosted by t.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    Double success for Lancaster City Council Unbugged

    Lancaster City Council Unbugged is celebrating a double win after being presented with two prestigious industry accolades. They were named Local Authority of the Year and Team of the Year at the British Pest Management Awards, organise.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    First year success for Hereford business

    A family run business in Hereford has claimed a top industry award in its first year of business at a prestigious national trade association event. PGM & Son Pest Control was crowned winner of the Sole Trader of the Year accolade a.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    Norfolk business named best small company at trade body awards

    A Norfolk-based pest management company has been named Small Company of the Year at a leading industry event. Abate Pest Management Service, established 20 years ago, picked up the accolade at the British Pest Management Awards, organised b.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    Norfolk environmental consultancy takes home trade body award

    A Norfolk-based wildlife management company has taken a top prize at a prestigious industry event. NBC Environment was crowned the winner of the Innovation of the Year accolade at the British Pest Management Awards, organised by UK tra.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    Durham business recognised for its community work at trade body awards

    A national pest management company, which has its headquarters in Durham, has been presented with a prestigious award at a top industry event. Contego Environmental Services, founded in 2004, was named winner of the Community Initiative of.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    Unsung hero of pest management industry celebrated

    An 81-year old from Kent has been heralded the unsung hero of the pest management industry at national trade body awards. Ken Vigar, of Safeguard Pest Control and Environmental Services, was crowned the winner of the Unsung Hero of the Year.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    Young technician named the best in the country at trade body awards

    A pest technician from Croydon has been named the best in the country at a prestigious industry event for his commitment to training and development. George Rickwood, of Rokill, was crowned Young Technician of the Year at the British Pest M.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    South Croydon business pick up best pest management business award

    Cleankill Pest Control, which has its headquarters in Kenley, was named Company of the Year at the British Pest Management Awards, organised by UK trade body the British Pest Control Association (BPCA).  Held at ExCel London, the award.... More

  • 28 March 2019

    Industry figurehead receives Lifetime achievement award

    The pioneering work of a Surrey-based pest management expert was celebrated at a trade association event. Dr Jonathan Wade’s colleagues and friends attended the British Pest Management Awards - organised by UK trade body the .... More

  • 13 March 2019

    BPCA and CPA release guidance for identifying and reporting illegal internet sales of pesticides

    On the back of the work BPCA and CPA have done with eBay, the Associations have created a set of guidelines to help people report illegal pesticide sales to the relevant authority. Back in January, BPCA announced that we’d been i.... More

  • 12 March 2019

    TV presenter and ecologist to present British Pest Management Awards

    "The One Show" regular, Mike Dilger, will present the second ever British Pest Management Awards at PestEx on 20 March 2019.  The British Pest Management Awards celebrate the vital work the pest management industry does.... More

  • 12 March 2019

    Martin Rose-King selected as new Servicing committee chair

    The BPCA Servicing Committee has selected Martin Rose-King, Partner at Bounty Pest Control, as the new Chair. He replaces Howard Taffs, who had to step away from the committee after selling his pest management business. He was selected.... More

  • 08 March 2019

    Rentokil's new approach puts unclaimed dividends and shares to good use

    BPCA member Rentokil Initial has announced that it is taking a lead in a new initiative to use unclaimed shareholder dividends and unclaimed shares to fund charitable causes. A new fund, named Rentokil Initial Cares, will be established. .... More

  • 08 March 2019

    New backer for CRRU UK and rodenticide stewardship

    The Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU) has a new member company, contributing financially and providing expertise to the UK Rodenticide Stewardship Regime. It is Quimunsa, based in Spain, specialising in applied chemistry R&.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    PPC94 out now

    Professional pest controller magazine (PPC94) issue 94, the PestEx 2019 special, is out now and available to read online. The magazine can be read online, downloaded as a PDF  or you can join our Affiliat.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    From servicing to strategy

    President foreword | PPC94 March 2019 Yes, that’s right. You have a new face at the front of your magazine. I’m delighted and proud to introduce myself to you as the new BPCA President. I could not start my first forew.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    Inviting strategy for breakfast

    Chief Exec viewpoint | PPC94 March 2019 You may have heard the phrase “culture eats strategy for breakfast” and it’s true. The culture of an organisation often leads to the strategy of an organisation not being delivere.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    PestEx 2019 guide and overview

    Over 2,500 pest management professionals are scheduled to arrive at the London ExCeL on 20-21 March - will you be one of them? Potentially the largest UK gathering of people interested in public health pest control will be assembling for th.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    PestEx Seminar schedule announced in full

    The PestEx 2019 seminar schedule packs in illustrious speakers from across the sector. Delivered by industry experts, we’ve called in favours from all our friends to make sure you leave PestEx that little bit better informed. All semina.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    British Pest Management Awards 2019 shortlist announced

    The shortlist for the second ever British Pest Management Awards has been announced. With significantly more nominations, plus the new awards - the independent judging panel had their work cut out for them. Back by popular demand, the Briti.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    IN PROFILE: Dr Jonathan Wade - Life time achievement award

    Your association | PPC94 March 2019 On 20 March 2019, Dr Jonathan Wade will officially receive his British Pest Management Lifetime Achievement Award 2019. There’s no way we can cover all of Jonathan’s distinguished career.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    PestEx 2019: 15 top tips for visiting a trade show

    It's not long now until PestEx 2019. Here are some top tips to help you get the most out of your time at the pest management show.  BEFORE PESTEX 2019 Register today The pest management show is going to have queues for admission! Tak.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    Rat behaviour in rodent control

    Pest control | PPC94 March 2019 With current rodent control challenges facing pest controllers, one of the essential areas of knowledge is an understanding of rodent behaviour. This article by Sharon Hughes, Global Technical Marketing.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    Understanding cockroach foraging behaviour

    Pest control | PPC94 March 2019 Cockroaches have evolved to exploit our modern urban environments where the structures we build provide a plethora of harbourages, warmth, food and moisture. Steve Broadbent from Ensystex explains that b.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    SERVICING STORIES: Empire of the ants

    Pest control | PPC94 March 2019 Three blocks of flats. Multiple colonies. Hundreds of thousands of invasive ants. Nigel White, Operations Director of member company Tactical Environmental Services, talks to us about a block treatment o.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    The practical implications of bed bug biology and behaviour

    Pest control | PPC94 March 2019 When it comes to bed bugs, the more you know, the more effective you’ll be at treating an infestation, Dr Jette Knudsen, a researcher from Nattaro Labs, Sweden shares her detailed insights int.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    Dealing with rodents in sensitive environments

    Pest control | PPC94 March 2019 We can become overly confident in our preferred method of rodent control and then suddenly we’re thrown a curveball. Chris Cagienard investigates the environmental considerations we need to make th.... More

  • 07 March 2019

    PESTWATCH: Foxes

    Technical | PPC94 March 2019 When is a pest not a pest? In this in-depth PestWatch analysis, BPCA's Natalie Bungay returns to the tricky and occasionally prickly subject of Vulpes vulpes – the red fox. She’ll focus on the w.... More

  • 06 March 2019

    Ask the technical team March 2019

    Technical | PPC94 March 2019 Tricky insect ID's, managing complaints and bad neighbour bed bug management questions are all in the BPCA Technical team inbox this issue. When you’re a BPCA member you can get technical support.... More

  • 05 March 2019

    Credit control for professional pest management companies

    Business practice | PPC94 March 2019 Is this acceptable in a world where it’s easier to communicate with one and another than ever before? No, we don’t think so either. Peter Wallwork from the Credit Services Association in.... More

  • 05 March 2019

    Health and safety knowledge is power

    Health and safety | PPC94 March 2019 Health and safety can strike fear into the most competent of pest control business owners. Risk assessments, policies, and health surveillance can shrink our confidence into a puddle of uncertainty. .... More

  • 05 March 2019

    Starting a pest management company - can you do it on your own?

    Meet the member | PPC94 March 2019 At BPCA HQ we take hundreds of calls every year with people asking us how they start out in pest management and whether it’s possible to get into the trade without experience. Matthew.... More