Sunbeds (Regulations) Act 2010

Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010

The Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 comes into force on the 8th April 2011.  Anyone who provides or intends to provide ultra violet tanning via the use of a sunbed at a premises must now comply with the new Act.

One of the main requirements under the new Act is:

• No person under 18 years of age may use a sunbed or be offered the use of a sunbed or be in an area defined as a 'Restricted Zone' within a premises where sunbeds are loacted.

You can view a copy of this new Act by visiting the Legislation website by clicking here. 

You can also view a Health & Safety Executive leaflet relating to good practice for employees operating UV tanning equipment by visiting the HSE website by clicking here.

If you have any questions relating to this new legislation please contact the Council's General Licensing Team on 020 7641 1884 or alterntively email generallicensing@westminster.gov.uk.