How the JCCP is set up
A company limited by guaranteeThe JCCP is a company limited by guarantee, which means it operates as a not-for-profit organisation governed by a board of trustees.
A UK registered charityThe JCCP is a UK registered charity and must demonstrate that it operates for the benefit of the public, focusing on patient safety and public protection.
The objects of the JCCP
The objects of the JCCP have been logged at Companies House and are as follows:
The charity’s purpose is to promote public health, safety, and protection by developing and promoting high standards of practice among non-surgical cosmetic practitioners and hair restoration surgeons. This includes:
Education and training standardsDefining and maintaining an effective structure to set the standard for professional education and training among non-surgical cosmetic practitioners and hair restoration surgeons, including maintaining a register of approved education and training providers.
Fitness to practiseWorking with professional statutory regulatory bodies involved in non-surgical cosmetic practice to develop appropriate processes for joint action on fitness to practise and registrant conduct, guided by the standards of safe practice and proficiency established by the JCCP.
Advancing practiceAdvancing the study and practice of non-surgical cosmetic procedures to ensure safe and effective standards for the public.
Public education and researchEducating the public and promoting research for public benefit in the field of non-surgical cosmetic and hair restoration treatments.
Expert advice on standardsProviding expert knowledge and advice to organisations responsible for developing clinical and practice-based standards for non-surgical treatments to enhance public safety.
A voluntary registerRegulating practitioners by maintaining a voluntary register of individuals who meet the prescribed standards and continuing professional development requirements, ensuring they are fit to practise.
A code of practicePublishing and implementing a code of practice for registrants to uphold public protection.
Raising concernsMaintaining a public facing register for members of the public and other stakeholders to raise issues of concern/complaints.
Advising GovernmentEngaging with UK Government departments and regulators to advise on policy matters relating to the cosmetic sector.
In these articles, “charitable” refers to purposes defined under UK law, while adhering to relevant charity legislation in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
JCCP governance
The JCCP is governed by a board of trustees, led by an appointed Chair. Trustee appointments and governance structures have been reviewed through legal consultation and formally registered with Companies House.