Cosmetic Surgery (Minimum Standards) Bill

A Bill to establish minimum standards for the practice of cosmetic surgery, including non-surgical procedures; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

26 April 2013

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Cosmetic Surgery (Minimum Standards) Bill would set basic safety and quality requirements for cosmetic surgery and related non-surgical procedures. It aims to define who can provide these services and under what conditions, and to put in place connected rules to support these standards.

Key Points

Establish minimum standards for the practice of cosmetic surgery, including non-surgical procedures.
Sets rules about who may perform cosmetic procedures and under what conditions.
Introduces a framework for governing clinics and practitioners to improve safety and quality.
Includes connected provisions to support the standards (e.g., enforcement mechanisms, definitions, and related regulatory measures).

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons, meaning it is at an early stage of debate on its general principles and has not yet gone into detailed examination.

Who is affected?

Patients seeking cosmetic procedures (including non-surgical treatments)Cosmetic surgeons and other practitioners delivering these servicesCosmetic clinics and service providersRegulatory bodies and professional associations involved in standards and licensing

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Cosmetic Surgery (Minimum Standards)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 60 2012-13 (as introduced)

BillCommons

30 Jan 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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