The Local Government Association wants tougher sentences for unlicensed tattooists known as 'scratchers'. It warns using them can lead to permanent scarring or even infections.
We asked you for your experiences - both bad and good. Here are the ones you're proud of.
Some impressive artwork here Credit: Jordan MichaelMy Autism tattoo for my two kids (Daughter and Son) both on the spectrum. Credit: Emma BanfieldMy precious Mum and Dad Credit: Jenny EylesWork in progress - hubby's back Credit: Kerry YoungMy survivor tattoo, because cancer isn't pink and fluffy Credit: Claire EkeBoth my thighs. Left one is time and date I was born. Right one is a naval theme for my gramp Credit: Katy MelissaMy lovely tattoo of my daughter who passed away three years ago Credit: Lynn BarrMy cornish pasty tattoo Credit: Konrad BoothThis is one my husband designed for me Credit: Anne HockeyThis has to be the smallest we've seen Credit: David WarfieldAnother impressive piece of artwork - it's very new too Credit: Dickie RingpieceLove my peacock feather and lily Credit: Lisa Rosemary LucasLove my tattoo - getting two more done on Sunday Credit: Tammy KelsonWearing your hero on your back Credit: Lance MonksOr remembering a much-loved pet Credit: Clive Firth
