Petition · past parliament
Require local authorities to obtain DBS checks on Tattoo Artists
Closed
708 signatures
What the petition asks
The Government should require local authorities to require tattoo artists to provide a DBS check before granting them a license, to flag criminal offences that might be dangerous to a client.
Currently there are few requirements for tattoo artists other than to obtain a license from their local council and it's not that difficult to get one.
Partly because of the history of our trade, some artists have a criminal history and I do not wish all crimes to be held against someone.
An enhanced DBS check bringing up particular crimes that make them a danger that will stop them obtaining a license will prevent them being in the industry. And stop them abusing their power against other artists/clients.
Partly because of the history of our trade, some artists have a criminal history and I do not wish all crimes to be held against someone.
An enhanced DBS check bringing up particular crimes that make them a danger that will stop them obtaining a license will prevent them being in the industry. And stop them abusing their power against other artists/clients.
Timeline
| 17 Aug 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 17 Feb 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
708
Status
Closed
Opened
17 Aug 2020
Closed
17 Feb 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.