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MPs Call For Sunbed Advertising Ban To Prevent Skin Cancer

Published Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · Updated May 13

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A cross-party group of UK Members of Parliament is calling for a ban on sunbed advertising and enhanced warnings regarding skin cancer risks. They are also proposing additional measures, including cigarette-style health warnings on sunbeds, removing VAT from sun cream, and boosting public education campaigns to combat melanoma.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Using a sunbed before the age of 35 increases the risk of the most dangerous form of skin cancer by 60%.
  • A cross-party group of UK MPs is advocating for a complete ban on sunbed advertising and stronger warnings about skin cancer risks.
  • MPs also propose measures such as cigarette-style warnings, VAT removal on sun cream, and increased public education to reduce melanoma cases.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • BBC NewsCenter

    A cross-party group of UK MPs is advocating for a complete ban on sunbed advertising and stronger warnings about skin cancer risks. They also propose measures like cigarette-style warnings, VAT removal on sun cream, and increased public education to reduce melanoma cases.

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