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30 April 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 30 | Solitary Bees - identification, biology and behaviours for pest professionals

In this video, Paul Westgate from Veritas Pest Consultancy talks about bees and their identification, biology, and behaviour.. More

30 April 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 30 | Biology and behaviour of ants on the trail

In this video we're joined by John Stewart from BPCA member company Pelsis, where he presents his guide to controlling ants.. More

30 April 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 30 | Termites! A threat to UK pest control professionals?

In this video, we're joined by Laura Rosenwald from NPMA as she talks about a mighty termite problem! . More

30 April 2025

VIDEO | Digital Forum 30 | Sprayer maintenance and readiness for pest control professionals

In this video, Anna Iversen from B&G gives us the best tips to keep our pest control sprayers in top shape.. More

24 April 2025

New rules on workplace recycling in England

New recycling rules in England, effective from March 31, 2025, require businesses with 10 or more employees to separate waste into three categories.. More

24 April 2025

Case study: Tackling tough infestations with Selontra

Press release: A case study on how Selontra achieves fast, eco-friendly control in challenging conditions. More

24 April 2025

Business growth pride for TNR Pest Solutions

Press release: TNR Pest Solutions is proud to share that they've recently secured a significant pest control contract in Cardiff city centre.. More

24 April 2025

BPCA carry out public health campaign for Birmingham residents

BPCA has been highlighting the pest risks associated with the bin strikes for people living in Birmingham. . More

23 April 2025

Guest blog: Developing a Lantra-approved night shooting course

Karolien Van der Vorm, 360 Wildlife Control, talks about the lack of available shooting training in the industry and what's being done to fill the gaps. . More

23 April 2025

OPEN LETTER: Glue Board Act fails to protect animal welfare or public health, says BPCA

BPCA has written an open letter to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Steve Reed.. More

23 April 2025

Records broken at PestWorld East 2025

A record number of delegates from across the global professional pest management industry came together to attend PestWorld East 2025.. 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

22 April 2025

UK Pesticides National Action Plan (NAP)’s minimal impact public health pest management

NAP is setting out a strategy to reduce the environmental risk of pesticides by 10% over the next five years. . More

16 April 2025

Join BPCA's new Special Interest Group: BugWise

BPCA have set up a new Special Interest Group (SIG) focused on best practice and guidance around arthropods. . More

16 April 2025

TrustMark unveils new research to build a skilled and competent RMI workforce

TrustMark has published a new report on the factors contributing to the skills gap in the UK construction and home repair, maintenance and improvement (RMI) sectors.. More

15 April 2025

Eight risks homeowners need to be aware of during the Birmingham bin strikes

Families are at risk as bin strikes create a paradise for pests on the streets of Birmingham, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA). . More

09 April 2025

Squeak-A-Boo scoops business award

Press release: Somerset-based Squeak-A-Boo Pest Management won award for best start up at the Somerset Business Awards.. More

08 April 2025

New opportunities for Outcast Ant use

PRESS RELEASE Syngenta highlight Outcast Ant, for ant control in this unseasonably warm spring weather.. 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

02 April 2025

VIDEO: BPCA Annual Report 2024

Watch our video round-up of the BPCA Annual Report, feat. the President's Report, Treasurer's Report and Committee updates. . More

01 April 2025

HSE: Stress Awareness Month

April is Stress Awareness Month and HSE has put together some tips and webinars on managing stress in the workplace. . More

27 March 2025

PPC Live 2025 review: a showcase of pest control expertise

PPC Live returned to Harrogate on 19 March 2025, once again bringing together the UK pest industry for a day of networking, learning and expert insights. . More

26 March 2025

Best Pest Pic 2025 winner announced

BPCA were pleased to announce the winner of the #BestPestPic2025 competition at PPC Live in Harrogate last week. . More

25 March 2025

Cleankill signs up to Armed Forces Covenant

Press release: After discussions with ex-services employees, Cleankill Pest Control has signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant - a promise to support the Armed Forces community.. More

25 March 2025

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

TrustMark are currently running our annual Registered Business Survey and we want BPCA members to take part.. More

25 March 2025

Pelsis launch new range of sustainable LED fly control solutions

Press release: Pelsis Group, global manufacturer and supplier of pest control solutions, has launched the Halo LED range.. More

25 March 2025

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

On 6 April 2025, updates will be introduced to reflect inflation, ensuring smaller businesses benefit from reduced regulations.. More

25 March 2025

Programme for ICUP 2025 announced

The International Conference on Urban Pests is taking place in Sweden this year and the full agenda is now available.. More

24 March 2025

Professional Pest Controller issue 118 (PPC118) out now

PPC118 is out now and packed full of great content.. More

21 March 2025

A winning combination with Bell Labs

Goodbye ladders, crawlspaces, attics & ceilings until there is a verified catch. More

21 March 2025

Editorial: An event you’re invited to (and one you’re not)

In this issue of PPC magazine, Scott and Dee tell us about volunteers day 2025 and PPC Live. More

21 March 2025

Pests in the press: October to December 2024

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. More

21 March 2025

Pests in politics: March 2025

Stay up-to-date with all things pest in the UK Parliament and devolved administrations. PPC helps keep you firmly in the loop . More

21 March 2025

Ask the technical team: March 2025

In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk bee species, feral pigeons, bait consumption and pest risk assessments. . More

21 March 2025

Bee-fuddling bee removals: three case studies

Clive Stewart, owner of Westart Apiaries and Chief Operating Officer for UK Bee Removers, gives an overview of some stand-out incidents in his 16 years of carrying out bee removal.. More

21 March 2025

Opinion: Honey bee relocation

In this article, Simon Spratley, Bounty Pest Control and BPCA BeeWise, talks about the pros and cons of rehoming honey bees. . More

21 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: Pollination: the facts

As part of PPC118's Bee Special issue, BPCA put together some interesting facts on pollination. More

21 March 2025

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

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.. More

21 March 2025

Behaviour and activity of roof rats around bait stations

The NPMA funded a study in southern California, looking for fresh insights into black rat behaviour around bait stations. . More

17 March 2025

Building a bee-saving business model with Eradikil

Shane-Daniel North 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

In PPC118, Adrian Gough of Pest Risk Management Group, talks about the upcoming CRRU proof of competence requirements.. More

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024

A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2024.. More

14 March 2025

President's Report 2024

In Chris Cagienard's President's Report from the BPCA Annual Report 2024, he talks about culture, policy and building relationships.. More

14 March 2025

BPCA Committee Reports 2024

In PPC118, the Chairs of BPCA's various Committees update readers on the work they've been doing in 2024.. More

14 March 2025

BPCA Treasurer’s Report 2024

Mark Williams, BPCA's Treasurer, gives his report on the Association's finances in 2024.. More

14 March 2025

BPCA Annual Report 2024 - They work for you

The BPCA Executive Board is the governing body of the Association. Take a look at your current Exec Board and their role in shaping BPCA this year.. More

14 March 2025

INFOGRAPHIC: 2024 in numbers

Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2024 annual report.. More

14 March 2025

PPC Live 2025 showguide out now

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 sector. More