Petition · Department for Work and Pensions
Ban people on taxpayer funded benefits from getting tattoos or piercings
Closed
52 signatures
What the petition asks
If the government wants to rein in spending, best it begin where there is evidence of taxpayers' money being used for unnecessary luxuries of which tattooing and body piecing must be high up the list.
I believe neither contribute value added to the economy at large but over time cost the NHS significant sums.
Benefits are here to support the less well off with housing, food, heating, clothing and education and not for them to spend on decoration their bodies. As a taxpayer I am happy to support those in need. Tattoos and piercings are not a need.
Benefits are here to support the less well off with housing, food, heating, clothing and education and not for them to spend on decoration their bodies. As a taxpayer I am happy to support those in need. Tattoos and piercings are not a need.
Timeline
| 24 Nov 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 24 May 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
52
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
Opened
24 Nov 2025
Closed
24 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 19 Aug 2026.