Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 491: To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding the regulation for sunbed use here; the regulations in place at present; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39881/11]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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Currently, there are no statutory regulations governing sunbed use. However, the Government recently approved the drafting of legislation to regulate sunbed use, and in particular to prohibit their use by those under 18 years of age. Other proposals include ensuring that adequate protective eyewear is provided, that information on the health risks associated with sunbeds use is provided, and prohibiting sunbed outlets and retailers from attributing health benefits to sunbed use. The Office of the Parliamentary Counsel to the Government has been requested to draft the necessary legislation and the matter has been accorded priority drafting in view of the health risks involved. My aim is that the legislation will be initiated in the Oireachtas before the Summer recess next year as my Department has already completed a considerable body of work in relation to the proposed legislation