Overview

If you operate or wish to operate premises in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham offering “special treatments” including: 

  • massage 
  • manicure
  • pedicure 
  • nail extensions
  • steam facials
  • acupuncture
  • tattooing
  • body piercing
  • cosmetic piercing
  • chiropody
  • electric facial, massage or muscle stimulation treatments
  • light or laser treatments
  • sun beds
  • vapour, sauna or other baths 

then, unless you are subject to an exemption as detailed below, you need a licence issued by the council in accordance with Part II of the London Local Authorities Act 1991.

Anyone found to be operating special treatments premises without a licence is liable to prosecution and a fine of up to £5,000.