Registration - hairdresser
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To run a hairdressing business you need to register with your local council and comply with local health and safety rules. Anyone carrying on the business of hairdressing needs to apply, unless they are only carrying out hairdressing to persons employed at the premises.
How to apply
What the law says
View guidance under the Berkshire Act 1986 section 19
Application process
A certificate will be sent to you to confirm the registration. You must have a copy of the certificate and copies of the byelaws of your local authority displayed in your premises. Once registered, you do not need to apply again, however each year you must supply an up-to-date list of persons working at the premises and any changes to business practices carried out.
How long will my application take to process?
We aim to process your application within 28 days of receiving it. If you have not heard from us by the end of this period, please contact us.
How to appeal
Please contact us first. Any applicant who is refused a licence or wants to object to a condition on the licence can appeal to their local magistrates' court within 21 days of receiving notice of the decision.
If you want to complain about a hairdresser, please contact us. If you are in the UK, you can also contact Consumer Direct who will give you advice. From outside the UK please contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
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