The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982 Part VIII provides that the following types of skin piercing are registered with the Council:
- Acupuncture
- Ear-piercing
- Electrolysis
- Tattooing
Both you and your premises will need to be registered and you will need to ensure that your procedures, equipment and facilities are safe, hygienic, prevent the spread of disease and comply fully with the duty of care required by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Applying for Tattoo, piercing or electrolysis licence
Apply online via the UK Welcomes website:
Apply by post or in person
Please complete the relevant application form (See 'Downloads') and return it to the Licensing Office. Alternatively you can contact us and we will send you a form.
Should you have any queries in relation to completing your application then please do not hesitate to contact the Licensing Office, we will be happy to provide any necessary help.
You may return the paper form either by post or in person at our public office.
Considering your application
The Council has no powers to refuse a registration but the practice is controlled through compliance with the relevant byelaws which are available under 'Downloads'.
Once registered you will be subject to inspection from our Environmental Health Service.
Will tacit consent apply?
No. It is in the public interest that the authority must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from the local authority within a reasonable period, please contact it.
It is illegal to conduct ear piercing, tattooing, acupuncture or electrolysis unless the registration has been formally approved.
Duration of the Licence
Once registered your licence will be valid indefinitely.
Fee
Registration
- Single or multiple lifetime registration to perform
tattooing, ear piercing, acupuncture or electrolysis £89
- Additional registration at a later date £89
Replacements
- Duplicate registration £23
If your registration is refused or you decide to withdraw your application then we will refund your fee minus an administration charge of £46.
Failed Application Redress
Please contact Wakefield Council in the first instance.
Licence Holder Redress
Please contact Wakefield Council in the first instance.
Consumer Complaint
We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first contact is made with the trader by you - preferably in the form a letter (with proof of delivery). If that has not worked, if you are located in the UK, Consumer Direct will give you advice. From outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
Trade Associations
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