The information below is an extract from the local “Treatments designed to improve aesthetic appearance policy” updated in July 2016

Tattoo removal is not funded.

It may be considered only if there are exceptional circumstances – any request would need to be made through the Individual Funding Request (IFR) process.

Should you require further information about Individual Funding Requests; or a leaflet for patients on Low Priority Procedures, please click on the “Using RSS” tab on GP Gateway.