The subject of the decision:

This report recommended to Council the making of all encompassing byelaws to control cosmetic piercing, semi-permanent skin colouring, acupuncture, electrolysis and tattooing and the repeal of any byelaws which related only to ear-piercing, electrolysis, tattooing and acupuncture and also seeks approval for an Enforcement Policy to cover the above activities.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

To comply with relevant legislation.

THE DECISION:

That Cabinet approves the report and recommends that Council:-

(1)     pass a resolution authorising the making of byelaws in the form of the Model Byelaws and carry out the necessary procedure and apply to the Department of Health for confirmation; and

(2)     approves the Cosmetic Piercing and Semi-permanent Colouring Enforcement Policy.