Urgent warning to Brits over an influx of WASPS: Pest control experts warn insect activity has spiked by 61% - with nests discovered in sofas, handbags, and even children's toys

Urgent warning to Brits over an influx of WASPS: Pest control experts warn insect activity has spiked by 61% – with nests discovered in sofas, handbags, and even children's toysREAD MORE: Pest expert reveals simple trick to keep wasps out of your gardenBy SHIVALI BEST, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 10:03, 20 May 2026 | Updated: 11:53, 20 May 2026 e-mail 54 View comments