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Researchers uncover record mosquito numbers in Northern Ireland

Simon King — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:40 +0000

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have found a record number of mosquitoes and several nuisance biting species in Northern Ireland (NI) this summer. The team from the School of Biological [...]

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NPTA “laying foundations for the future”

Simon King — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:00:03 +0000

NPTA chief executive Kevin Lawrenson said he’s incredibly proud of the progress being made across the assocaition. “Our focus remains firmly on delivering value for our members, supporting professional development [...]

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BPCA to host webinar on textile pests

Simon King — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:10 +0000

Textile pests are one of the costliest and most underestimated problems for pest professionals. From historic carpets to retail stock, from wardrobe storage to museum collections, the damage caused by [...]

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BPCA to host Meet the Member webinar with Reaper Bird Control

Simon King — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:01 +0000

Less than a year after setting up Reaper Bird Control, brothers Carl and Craig Hoult are joining BPCA for Meet the Member webinar to talk about building a specialist bird [...]

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LNPS appoints Phil Reeve as business development manager

Simon King — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:53 +0000

London Network for Pest Solutions (LNPS) has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of experienced pest control professional Phil Reeve. Mr Reeve, who lives in Deal, Kent, joins LNPS [...]

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Scott Gammon appointed as Orkin UK managing director

Simon King — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:00:56 +0000

Scott Gammon has been appointed as the new managing director of Orkin UK. He will take the helm of the pest control, bird control and Legionella services specialist on August [...]

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Paul Westgate to present BPCA Keynote

Simon King — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:00:44 +0000

Pest control specifications aren’t just paperwork: they’re the foundation of many pest management contracts. For clients in the food, pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors, getting them right is essential for compliance, [...]

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The Syngenta NPTA 5

Simon King — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:21 +0000

The Syngenta NPTA 5<25 Professional Futures Programme has this week introduced its fourth group of young professionals selected. Richard Mosesley, Syngenta’s key account and business development manager, said: “These five [...]

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BPCA recruiting for a member support officer

Simon King — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:41 +0000

The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is recruiting for a member support officer on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The field-based role offers a salary from £33,000, plus benefits and involves [...]

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Free pest control service launched by Middlesbrough Council

Simon King — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:35 +0000

A new, free service, which targets pests such as rats and mice in homes, has launched across Middlesbrough. Run by Middlesbrough Council, it gives households quick access to free treatment [...]

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