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Skin Piercing / Tattooing / Acupuncture


Service Description: Premises used for acupuncture, tattooing, ear-piercing, electrolysis and body and cosmetic piercing must be registered with the local authority. This also applies to the persons performing the treatments.

Also known as:- Body Piercing, Cosmetic Piercing, Ear-piercing, Electrolysis, Hairdressing, Licence - Tattooists, ear piercing and electrolysis

Your FAQ

Question: I want to carry out tattooing in my shop. Do I need a licence?

Answer: To carry out tattooing, the premises needs to be registered, as well as any person carrying out the procedure. The fee for 2004/05 is £132.00 to register the premises, and £15.00 for each person.
To obtain an application form, or for further information, contact the Licensing Section on 823159.
You can also apply online via the related link. - Related Link


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