Are you kidding?
about what? the charge or the no charge. Not kidding on either. Might have changed it - it used to be free, then they stopped it being free unless you were a pensioner or on benefits. The pest control guy I got was a local independent (always support my local traders if I can) andhe just said he didn't do anything and maybe i'd call him again or recommend him to friends. I think I gave him a tenner or summat anyway for putting my mind at rest
Can't believe you have to pay.
I would think that if the council is your landlord then surely it's their responsibility.
ah... I'm not a council tenant... but they apparently now they treat wasps and bees free for everyone because they can be a danger to the public.