ACAS
Acas aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. They provide up-to-date information, independent advice, high quality training and work with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance.
BABTAC
For over 25 years, BABTAC has been the professional face of beauty and holistic therapy, and is widely recognised as one of the most influential bodies within the industry. BABTAC is a non-profit making and democratic association so members can rest assured it has their interests at heart. Full membership includes £2million Professional Indemnity Legal Liability Insurance plus lots more benefits including this year, for the first time, a free copy of the Beauty Index for every BABTAC member.
Chamber of Commerce
The British Chambers of Commerce comprise a national network of quality-accredited Chambers of Commerce, all uniquely positioned at the heart of every business community in the UK and representing more than 100,000 businesses of all sizes in all sectors of the economy - equivalent to four million jobs. Accredited Chambers seek to represent the interests and support the competitiveness and growth of all businesses in their communities and regions.
CIBTAC
CIBTAC is an International Examination Board responsible for the education and training of Beauty and Holistic Therapists worldwide. It has built up its reputation over 25 years and is renowned for its high levels of training and strict quality control. There are now over 150 schools in 18 countries accredited to offer the prestigious CIBTAC Awards.
Citizens Advice Bureau
The Citizens Advice service helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free, independent and confidential advice, and by influencing policymakers. Every Citizens Advice Bureau is a registered charity reliant on trained volunteers and funds to provide these vital services for local communities.
Department of Trade and Industry
DTI produce a range of free publications that are specifically designed to help those starting up in business. Online advice is also available, for business owners and employers.
Disability Rights Commission
Information for business owners, employers and employees on complying with the Disability Discrimination Act.
HABIA
Habia is the government approved standards setting body for beauty therapy, nail, spa and hairdressing, and creates the standards that form the basis of all qualifications including NVQs, Apprenticeships and codes of practice. A central point of contact for information, HABIA provide guidance on careers, business development, legislation, salon safety, equal opportunities, and are responsible to government on industry issues such as training and skills.
Health and Safety Executive
Britain's Health and Safety Commission (HSC) and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are responsible for the regulation of almost all the risks to health and safety arising from work activity in Britain. Their mission is to protect people's health and safety by ensuring risks in the changing workplace are properly controlled.
HM Revenue & Customs (formerly Inland Revenue)
HMRC is responsible for collecting the bulk of tax revenue as well as paying tax credits and child benefit, and strengthening the UK’s frontiers. Contact them for information on Income, Corporation, Capital Gains, Inheritance, Insurance Premium, and Stamp duties, Environmental taxes, VAT, National Insurance, Tax Credits, Child Benefit and the Child Trust Fund, and enforcement of the National Minimum Wage.
Indoor Tanning Association
Founded in 1999, the Indoor Tanning Association (ITA) represents thousands of indoor tanning manufacturers, distributors, facility owners and members from other supporting industries.
The ITA was founded to protect the freedom of individuals to acquire a suntan, via natural or artificial light.
As part of their service to the industry and the tanning public, the ITA tracks legislative developments that potentially have a bearing on indoor tanning activities.
Information Commissioner
Visit this website for information on complying with the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
National Federation of Enterprise Agencies (NFEA)
The National Federation of Enterprise Agencies (NFEA) is the membership body for Local Enterprise Agencies, and other like-minded organisations, in England. It forms a network of independent, not for profit local agencies committed to responding to the needs of small and growing businesses by providing a comprehensive range of quality services.
Performing Rights Society
To play music in your salon you must have a licence from the Performing Rights Society. Visit this site for information on the current licence fees.
The Federation of Holistic Therapists
The Federation of Holistic Therapists is the largest association in the UK, representing over 20,000 professional therapists. Founded in 1962 the FHT is a non-profit making organisation who, by setting industry standards, ensure best practice for Therapists and their clients. No other UK association has influenced the acceptance of Complementary Therapies in the UK more than the FHT. The FHT welcomes applications from therapists in the UK and overseas.
The Freelance Hair and Beauty Federation
The Freelance Hair and Beauty Federation is a non profit making organisation that exists to promote the Interests of freelance Hair stylists and Beauty Therapists within the industry and to provide benefits and services for its members, including low cost public liability insurance, Total Business Solutions, training opportunities and much more. The F.H.B.F. is the industry's only official representative body for the Freelance Operator and works closely with leading manufacturers, training providers and other trade organisations for the benefit of its members.
Trading Standards
Trading Standards offer consumer protection information in the UK. This site provides a wealth of information for consumers and businesses on fair-trading and complying with the Trades Descriptions Act 1984.