It is now illegal for under-18s to use sunbeds. The Sunbeds (Regulation) Act, which came into force in April 2011, prevents those under 18 from:
- being allowed to use tanning salons and sunbeds at premises including beauty salons, leisure centres, gyms and hotels
- being offered the use of a sunbed
- being allowed to be in an area that is reserved for sunbed users UV rays from sunbeds
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