BABTAC responds to UK Government’s ‘crackdown' on unsafe cosmetic procedures following non-surgical cosmetic procedures consultation

Following September 2023’s consultation on the licensing of non-surgical cosmetic procedures in England, the government has today announced a “crack down to protect the public from unsafe procedures”. The government’s proposal intends to…

The Scottish Government announces revision to the regulation of Non-Surgical Procedures Bill Comments

BABTAC comments as The Scottish Government announces revision to the regulation of Non-Surgical Procedures Bill after consultation analysis and response. The Scottish Government has announced the revision of its proposed Non-Surgical Procedures…

HMRC provides new Tax Guidance for Hair & Beauty

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has published new guidance to help people working in the hair and beauty industry determine their employment status for tax purposes. The new guidance particularly assists those using the 'rent a chair' model. This is…

Non Surgical Cosmetic Procedure Bill confirmed for Scotland

Yesterday saw the release of the Scottish Government’s Programme for 2025/26 In a huge step forward for consumer safety and professional standards in Scotland’s aesthetics sector, the programme included confirmation of the introduction of the…