British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, strengthening its commitment to supporting current and former military personnel and their families.
By signing the covenant, BPCA said it has formally recognised the valuable contribution that service personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families make to the country, and pledged to ensure they are treated with fairness and respect in every interaction with the Association.
The decision to sign the covenant was supported by BPCA’s Board and its Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, who recognised the positive impact the Armed Forces Community can have in pest management.
Rosina Robson, BPCA chief executive, signed the document on behalf of the Association. The signing comes with specific, practical commitments to help remove barriers for the Armed Forces Community entering the pest management industry.
BPCA’s pledges include:
Employment support
Provide reasonable accommodations for members of the Armed Forces Community in any job it advertises;
Education
Provide comprehensive advice for the Armed Forces Community who wish to retrain or start a business in pest management; and
Promote
Encourage BPCA members to also support the Armed Forces Community, in whatever form they can.
Ms Robson said: “We’re proud to support those who have served our country and recognise the immense value they bring, not only to our communities but also to our industry.
“Signing the Armed Forces Covenant is more than a symbolic gesture. It’s a promise to offer real support, whether that’s through job opportunities, guidance on retraining, or encouraging our members to do their part.
:We know that many of the skills developed in military service – resilience, problem-solving, attention to detail – translate brilliantly into pest management.
“This is about making it easier for people to find a fulfilling new career and helping our industry benefit from their talents.”
BPCA is encouraging members to consider how they too can support the Armed Forces Community.
Whether you’re offering flexible working for reservists, recognising military service in your recruitment processes, or providing retraining opportunities, every action counts.
If you’d like to join us and formally commit by signing your own Armed Forces Covenant, click here.
