Collection Special procedures: acupuncture, electrolysis, body piercing and tattooing Guidance on the licensing scheme for acupuncture, electrolysis, body piercing and tattooing. Part of: Health and social care strategy (Sub-topic) First published: 23 October 2024 Last updated: 30 July 2026 Documents Licensing scheme for special procedures 30 July 2026 Detailed guide Premises and vehicle approval certificates 2 April 2025 Guidance Practitioners of tattooing and semi-permanent makeup 2 April 2025 Guidance Practitioners of acupuncture and dry needling 2 April 2025 Guidance Practitioners of body piercing 2 April 2025 Guidance Practitioners of electrolysis 2 April 2025 Guidance Assessing a person’s fitness to perform a special procedure: statutory guidance 2 April 2025 Guidance
