Do I need to register?
The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982 Part VIII requires the following types of skin piercing need be registered with the Council.
- Acupuncture
- Tattooing
- Ear-piercing
- Electrolysis
The Act requires registration to cover both the person carrying on the practice and the premises used for that purpose. There are no powers to refuse registration, but the practice is controlled through compliance with byelaws in each case.
How much will it cost?
Fees
View current Licensing and Registration FeesWhat is required?
The applicant must ensure that the procedures,
equipment and facilities used are safe, hygienic, prevent the spread of disease and comply fully with the general duty of
care required by the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974.
It is illegal to conduct acupuncture, tattooing, ear-piercing,
or electrolysis unless the registration has been formally approved.
What is the application process?
Once
an application has been made and the fee paid, an inspector will undertake an inspection of the premises. If the inspector
considers the applicant's procedures and the premises to be suitable, then registration will be approved.
The Inspector
will also check compliance with the relevant bye-law requirements (see below) as well as ensuring that general health and
safety requirements are being met. The inspector will be pleased to offer any advice or give any help if you are unsure as
to how to meet these obligations.
Download an application for
registration to carry out the Practice of Acupuncture, Tattooing, Ear-Piercing and Electrolysis (57K)
What are the legal requirements?
The Byelaws made under Section 14(7) of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982 apply. View these Byelaws Relating to the Practice of Acupuncture, Tattooing, Ear-piercing and Electrolysis.
