Sunbed regulations

If you run a sunbed business, or sell or hire sunbeds, you must follow the law. The rules are there to protect people’s health, especially children and young people.

If you do not follow these rules, you could face fixed penalties or fines.

Who the rules apply to

These rules apply if you:

• operate a tanning salon
• hire out sunbeds
• sell sunbeds for use by the public

You are responsible for how sunbeds are used on your premises and for making sure customers receive the correct information.

Age restrictions

You must not:

• allow anyone under 18 to use a sunbed
• sell or hire a sunbed to anyone under 18

Breaking these rules can result in a £100 fixed penalty or a fine of up to £2,500 if you are convicted.

Supervision and information

You must:

• make sure sunbeds are supervised at all times
• give customers the required health and safety information
• clearly display the required warning notices

Failing to do this can result in a £50 fixed penalty or a fine of up to £2,500 if you are convicted.

Inspections and records

Authorised officers may visit your premises to check you are following the rules. You must:

• allow officers to enter and inspect your premises
• provide records and information when asked
• provide the name and address of the business operator

If you do not cooperate, you could be fined up to £2,500 on conviction.

Get advice or report a concern

If you are unsure about your responsibilities, or you want to report a concern about a sunbed business, contact Environmental Services.