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Introduction

In order to carry out acupuncture, electrolysis, tattooing or ear piercing you and your premises need a licence to operate within the Hastings Borough.  The legislation for controlling this activity is the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982.  Hastings Borough Council has adopted Byelaws for the purpose of securing:

1. The cleanliness of the premises Registered including its fittings
2. The cleanliness of the person Registered
3. The cleaning and where appropriate the sterilisation of instruments, materials and equipment to prevent the transmission of disease

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Application Forms and Guidelines

• Application for Registration of Person (.pdf 77KB)
• Application for Registration of Premises (.pdf 77KB)
• Byelaws with respect to Acupuncture (.pdf 98KB)
• Byelaws with respect to Ear piercing and Electrolysis (.pdf 98KB)
• Byelaws with respect to Tattooing (.pdf 97KB)

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Fees

• Premises: £80.00
• Persons: £50.00

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