OBITUARY – RON BROOKS It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Ron Brooks, who passed away on 13 July 2026. Ron was one of the four founding members of the NPTA. He served as Treasurer in the early years of the Association before stepping down to focus on developing…
Pest Control Regulations in the UK? If you run a pest control business, keeping up to date with regulations is an important part of operating professionally and responsibly. From pesticide use and health and safety requirements to wildlife legislation and industry best practice, pest control businesses work within a framework of regulations designed to protect…
Tender Opportunity: Framework Agreement for the Provision of Pest Control Services Section I: Contracting authority I.1) Name and addresses Tayside Contracts Contracts House, 1 Soutar Street Dundee, DD3 8SS Contact Samuel Zachariah Email tcprocurement@tayside-contracts.co.uk Telephone +44 1382834114 Country United Kingdom NUTS code UKM71 – Angus and Dundee City Internet address(es) Main address http://www.tayside-contracts.co.uk/ Buyer’s address…
Reference JIG/PEST/2026 Description The service provider shall be required to have the skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications necessary to deliver an effective pest control service in the North & Tameside areas only, report on the findings including a full description of works and photographic evidence and recommendations for all appropriate actions (please refer to…
CPD for Pest Controllers Explained If you work in pest control, you’ve probably heard the term CPD, but what does it actually mean and why is it important? CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. In simple terms, it is the ongoing process of maintaining and improving your knowledge, skills, and competence throughout your career.…
PEST EXCLUSION INDUSTRY LEADER XCLUDER NAMES FIRST EUROPEAN HEAD OF SALES Chris Harrison Brings Global Distribution Expertise and Specialized Industry Experience to Newly Created Leadership Role BUFFALO GROVE, ILL. (July 9, 2026) – Xcluder, the global leader and innovator in pest exclusion solutions, today announced the appointment of Chris Harrison as its first European Head of Sales, reflecting…
NameDatBug Launches AI Pest Identification Platform for Pest Management Professionals NameDatBug has launched a new AI-powered pest identification and management platform, designed specifically to support pest management professionals in the field. The mobile app allows users to upload a photo or enter the name of a target pest and receive a species identification, confidence…
Government employment support: opportunities for pest control employers The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has shared its latest employer briefing, highlighting a range of initiatives designed to help businesses recruit, offer work experience and create opportunities for young people. For pest management businesses looking to grow their teams, develop future talent or explore…
£3,000 to Recruit Young Talent The Youth Jobs Grant Simplified for Pest Control Employers Following our recent article highlighting the Government’s plans to help more young people into work, further details have now been released on the Youth Jobs Grant. The full Government guidance contains a lot of information, so we have simplified the key…
How Much Does NPTA Membership Cost? If you’re considering joining the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA), one of the first questions you’re likely to ask is how much membership costs and what you receive in return. While cost is naturally an important consideration for any business, it’s equally important to understand the wider value…