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Shropshire Council ends pest control service and makes four pest controllers redundant

Shropshire Council has served redundancy notices to its pest control team, as the local authority has ended its pest control service to residents, in an attempt to save costs. The pest controllers were told they no longer had jobs on Thursday, following a 45-day consultation period. The council revealed in June that it was talking to its staff over the …
Shropshire Council ends pest control service and makes four pest controllers redundant

NPTA recruiting for a technical support officer

The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) is looking to recruit a technical support officer. NPTA said the ideal candidate will be based in the East Midlands and cover the Midlands and the north of the country but provide support where needed. Steve Hallam, NPTA chief operating officer, said: “The successful candidate will carry out training provide technical support for members; …
NPTA recruiting for a technical support officer
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BPCA to focus on rat control and drains in new webinar

A new BPCA webinar, taking place from 12.30pm on Wednesday, September 23, will explain how drainage networks are constructed and how rats use them can make the difference towards a successful control strategy. During this webinar, John Horsley, BPCA’s technical support officer, will explore: How drain systems work; Signs of infestation to look out for; and Options to help control …
BPCA to focus on rat control and drains in new webinar

National Pest Awards 2023 – time to book your place

After a record number of entries for this year’s National Pest Awards, now is the time to book your place at the industry event of the year. Taking place in London on Thursday, September 7, the National Pest Awards is the industry’s chance to recognise the work of professional pest controllers. Tickets are priced at £205 (+VAT) each or £1,845 …
National Pest Awards 2023 – time to book your place
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BPCA to host Digital Forum 19

BPCA said its Digital Forum 19, which is being held online on Wednesday, August 16, from 9.30am, will be packed with industry news, technical sessions, guest speakers and CPD opportunities. Digital Forum 19 is sponsored by BASF. To take part in the event, all you need is a computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet and an internet connection. Agenda for Digital …
BPCA to host Digital Forum 19

If you missed Pest 87 (June/July 2023) it's available online

Inside the June/July issue: Wasps, glue board updates, rodenticide alarm bells, mergers, digital pest control, "On the road", interviews with Scott Gammon & James Gilding, 'ask the expert', plus all your regular news, views and comment.
Pest 87: June / July 2023
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