NPTA Celebrates Two More “5<25” Candidates Passing the RSPH Level 2 Qualification The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) is pleased to announce that two more candidates from the 5<25 initiative have successfully passed the RSPH Level 2 Award in Pest Management, continuing the programme’s strong start in supporting the next generation of pest control professionals.…
How to Find a Reputable Pest Control Company If you’re dealing with a pest problem in your home or organisation, finding a reputable pest control company is the most important first step. Whether it’s rodents, insects, birds or other nuisance wildlife, choosing a trained and trustworthy professional helps ensure the issue is dealt with…
NPTA Sought Clarity on Glue Trap Provisions Under Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024 The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) has written to the Scottish Government to seek clarification regarding the forthcoming glue trap provisions contained within the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024, which are due to come into force on 1…
Do Pest Control Businesses Need to Join a Trade Association? If you run a business, you’ve probably been asked at some point whether you’re a member of a trade association. For many business owners, particularly sole traders or growing companies, it isn’t always clear whether joining one is necessary or what difference it makes…
NPTA Listed on GOV.UK as a Source of Professional Pest Control Support The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) is now recognised on the GOV.UK website as one of the trade association websites the public can use when searching for a professional pest controller. On the “Pest control on your property” page, users are directed to…
Procurement of Pest Control Services Cadarn Housing Group (PRO 023) Description Cadarn Housing Group, on behalf of Cadwyn Housing Association Limited and Newydd Housing Association (1974) Limited, invites tenders for the provision of reactive pest control services across its residential housing portfolio in South and Mid Wales. The successful contractor will be required to…
Government Launches Youth Jobs Grant and Major Employment Drive for Young People The UK Government has announced a major youth employment initiative aimed at helping young people gain skills, training and employment while supporting employers to develop their future workforce. The programme includes a range of incentives designed to encourage businesses to recruit young people,…
Careers hub aims to boost recruitment in pest control industry The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) and the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) have today launched a new Careers Hub to encourage people to pursue a career in the pest control industry. Hosted on the RSPH website, the hub brings together practical guidance on…
Government Youth Guarantee and What It Means for Pest Control The Government has announced a significant expansion of its Youth Guarantee programme, with almost a million young people expected to benefit from new training, employment and work experience opportunities across the UK. The initiative aims to ensure that all young people have access to…
Rodent Glue Traps to be Banned in Scotland from July 2026 What It Means for the Pest Control Industry The Scottish Government has confirmed that the use of rodent glue traps will be banned in Scotland from 1 July 2026, following the introduction of new legislation under the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act. While…