Monthly Archives: October 2025

Remembering Oliver Madge, a Respected Leader in UK Pest Control

The UK pest control industry is saddened to learn of the passing of Oliver Madge, a widely respected figure who dedicated nearly three decades to the sector. Known for his passionate advocacy for education and professional standards, Mr. Madge was an influential voice who left a lasting impact on the organisations and individuals he worked…

The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) and the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) have today announced that they will be launching a ‘Careers Hub’ to encourage people to pursue a career in the pest control industry

The hub, which will be hosted on the RSPH website, will showcase a range of content that outlines various career options and pathways into pest control and allow people to hear firsthand from people in the industry about the realities of the profession. The pest control industry is facing significant recruitment challenges with some estimates…