NPTA UK

The National Pest Technicians Association...managed by our members for the benefit of our members and the protection of public health.

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Today, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice and resilience shown by those who served and lived through World War II as we mark VE Day.

81 years on from Victory in Europe Day, we reflect on the importance of unity, community and gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy today. Across the country, people will come together to honour the generation whose strength and determination helped shape the future.

At the NPTA, we recognise the value of service, commitment and supporting communities , principles that continue to guide so many within our industry today.

We remember those who gave so much.
We thank those who served.
And we honour the legacy they left behind.

#VEDay #VEDay80 #Remembrance #NPTA #Community #LestWeForget

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We need your in your input:

Over the past few years, many of us have seen changes in rodent activity… but do we have the data to back it up? recently we have been asked by a major food retailer for information on rodent activity.

Which got us to thinking, what a great idea for a survey.

The NPTA is launching a short industry survey to build a clear, evidence-based snapshot of rodent activity across the UK and Ireland

We’re asking pest professionals to share their insights on:
- Changes in rat and mouse activity over the past 2 and 4 years
- What’s really driving any increases
- Seasonal trends and patterns
- What you’re seeing on the ground vs within your business

The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete, and all responses are anonymised and aggregated.

Take part here: https://t.co/CUlK6NKios
Closing date for responses - 4th of May!!!

If you’re working in pest control, we want to hear your views.

#PestControl #RodentControl #NPTA #IndustryInsight #PublicHealth #PestManagement

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The second What's Happening In The Trade will be landing in members' inboxes today.

There's plenty happening across the industry, and this continues to be a fantastic way for both our company and our subscribing members to share updates directly with the wider membership.

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Great to see one of the NPTA (National Pest Technicians Association)Technical Managers, Mark Wenman being asked to judge for Defender Bird Spikes

https://t.co/a41ycgECO6

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HACCP & Food Safety

Food safety and pest management go hand in hand.

Thank you to Rob Beeken, Senior Project Manager at HACCP International, for this informative article explaining how HACCP principles help ensure pest management products and services support safe food production environments.

Read the article here: https://t.co/7FyxVviZNT

Interested in writing something for future editions? Email your article to [email protected]

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Views from a Pest Controller: A Unicorn in Uniform

We are delighted to feature another article from Hannah Godfrey, of Godfrey Pest Management, her second contribution to the NPTA newsletter.

In A Unicorn in Uniform, Hannah shares her perspective as a female pest controller and business owner, highlighting how the profession continues to evolve and attract people from different backgrounds.

Read the article here: https://t.co/8NIw54CNZ6

Interested in writing something for future editions? Email your article to [email protected]

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We are very delighted to announce the appointment of Grahame Turner, as the NPTA’s new Technical Manager. Grahame will be re-joining the team on 20th April.

Grahame brings extensive experience within the pest control industry and a strong technical background that will support the NPTA’s continued focus on raising professional standards, supporting members, and strengthening the technical resources available across the sector.

His appointment further strengthens the NPTA’s technical capability, with members now supported by three Technical Managers, Duncan Bosomworth, Mark Wenman, and now Grahame Turner, ensuring an increased level of expertise and guidance is available across a wide range of technical areas.

https://t.co/3Yc8lYnnub

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BBC News article shows the impact pests can have.

https://t.co/cYVhRT2Zx5

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Happy New Year to our amazing members!
As we step into a new year, we want to thank each of you for being part of our growing community. Your support, ideas, and collaboration make what we do possible.

Here’s to new opportunities, meaningful connections, and shared success in the year ahead. We’re excited for what’s next - together!

#nationalpesttechniciansassociation #npta #pestcontrolprofessionals #pestcontrolcommunity #NewYear2026

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BASIS PROMPT Certificates and Membership Cards – 2026

From 1st January 2026, qualifying BASIS PROMPT Members will be able to access their BASIS PROMPT Certificate including the CRRU logo, through the new member area.

This certificate will be issued once members fulfil the required criteria for 2025 and can be downloaded through their member area.

If the required criteria has been met, your membership card displaying the CRRU logo will follow. These may take a little longer to produce and dispatch, but the online certificate will provide immediate proof of compliance and will allow members to purchase professional use rodenticides at the point of sale. Your current CPD points total is visible on the member area as well.

Click below for more information and links to the new member area of BASIS PROMT:
https://t.co/pC31GB6Noh

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Budget 2025: What It Means for the Pest Control Sector

The Autumn Budget brings several changes that will directly influence how pest control businesses plan for 2026 and beyond. From wage increases to fuel duty freezes, the sector will need to adapt while preparing for long term workforce development.

We’ve summarised the key points and what they mean for our industry in a new article: 👉 https://t.co/eKjTAJBMMQ

Headline impacts include:

• National Living Wage rising to £12.71 from April 2026, with higher rates for younger workers.
• Fuel duty frozen until at least September 2026,
• Corporation tax frozen, helping companies plan investment in vans, equipment and business growth.
• Long term pay pressures remain due to frozen tax thresholds and future changes to salary sacrifice pensions.

The Budget reinforces how important it is for our sector to invest in people, skills and the right operational planning.

https://t.co/eKjTAJBMMQ

#PestControl #UKBudget2025 #NPTA #BusinessPlanning #Technicians #PestManagement #Skills #Training

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The NPTA (National Pest Technicians Association) is now on YouTube!

We are pleased to share that we’ve launched our official YouTube channel: NPTA (National Pest Technicians Association). We’ll be adding new videos regularly:
https://t.co/xBPPqYYRP3

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PestTech 2025: In Review
Last week saw a historic PestTech in Milton Keynes! Those who have joined us would agree that it was one of the most engaging and informative Pest Control events, with so many opportunities to gain knowledge, as well as network and reconnect.

We have produced a comprehensive report on last week’s PestTech, including photographs and video, for all to enjoy:

https://t.co/WV2Hs1wn2b

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Today, we pause to remember and honour all those who served and sacrificed for our country.

As we go about our daily lives, we do so thanks to the bravery and selflessness of the men and women who gave so much in the pursuit of peace.

We will never forget.

#ArmisticeDay #LestWeForget #Remembrance

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What A Day!
A huge thank you to everybody who joined us for the biggest and best PestTech yet!

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Good morning from Milton Keynes

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Productive day of perfectly professional PestTech preparation!

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PestTech 2025 brings "Office Lockdown" Escape Room experience to you for some fun and team building time!!

🐀🪳Escape the Infestation. Save the Day. Prove You're the Ultimate Pest Controller

Magic Pest Control HQ is under threat. Strange sounds. Sudden disappearances. Reports of mysterious infestations in the office walls. You and your elite pest control team are called in to investigate… but as the doors lock behind you, an old email scattered on the floor reads: “Intruders detected. Pest elimination in T-minus 20 minutes. Identify and neutralise the infestation – or become part of it.”

You will have 20 minutes to uncover clues, deactivate the extermination system, and escape the locked-down HQ. It’s fast, it’s fun, it’s team building with a twist  and only the best will survive.

🪰What to Expect:
🟠An immersive escape room-style experience like no other. Set in a high-stakes pest control scenario.
🟠Work in teams of 2 to 8 people – Book a full team or join forces with others on the day
🟠Designed specifically for the pest control industry – Fun, challenging, and totally unforgettable.
🟠Bragging rights: All teams will be photographed with their result and time – will you make the leaderboard?
🟠Totally free to take part – but spaces are limited!

Sponsored by industry leaders Pelsis and the NPTA.

🐞Event Details:
🟣Duration: 20-minute slots across a 6-hour event
🟣Location: 1st floor Balcony at PestTech 2025
🟣Booking: Check availability and book your session on the NPTA stand!

All teams will be photographed with their result and time – will your squad make the leaderboard?

#PestTech2025 #NPTA #Pelsis #PestControl #IndustryEvent