Are You Making the Most of Your NPTA Member Benefits? At the NPTA, we believe membership should deliver practical value to pest control businesses throughout the year. Alongside industry representation, technical support, training, events and opportunities to connect with the wider sector, we continue to develop a growing range of member benefits designed to…
Introducing the NPTA Industry Pulse Your Voice. Our Action. What if every six months the pest management industry had the opportunity to tell the NPTA exactly what matters most? What are the biggest challenges facing your business? What would make life easier for technicians? Where should the industry be focusing its efforts? And where should…
What Insurance Does a Pest Control Business Need? If you’re starting a pest control business, one of the most common questions you’ll have is what insurance cover is required. While insurance requirements can vary depending on the size of your business and the services you provide, having the right cover in place is an important…
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…