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Tattooists ear piercing and electrolysis
The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982 Part VIII requires the following types of skin piercing to be registered with the district council.
- Acupuncture
- Tattooing
- Ear-piercing
- Electrolysis
- Cosmetic piercing
The Act requires registration to cover both the person carrying on the practice and the premises used for that purpose.
The current fee for a licence to operate as a tattooists, ear piercing and electrolysis practitioner is £62.80.
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.
Contact Details
Licensing
Town Hall
Bank Road
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3NN
Tel: 01629 761 313
Fax: 01629 761 165
Email: licensing@derbyshiredales.gov.uk