ASA ruling exposes how easily kids can view explicit ads
The ad watchdog has laid bare the difficulties of keeping children safe online following a ruling over an “offensive and…
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ASA sends Listerine donkey TV ad to the knacker’s yard
A TV ad for Listerine, which featured a toothy animated donkey extolling the virtues of the brand, has been forced…
Guardian ad escapes ASA ban despite play on F-word
Guardian News & Media has avoided censure by the ad watchdog over a pop-up ad that appeared on the Guardian…
Odds stacked against ‘Ladbucks’ after ASA ad ban
The future of Labrokes’ reward scheme, Ladbucks, appears to be in jeopardy following a ruling that the brand too closely…
Twix car caper axed after dangerous driving complaints
A TV ad for Mars Wrigley Confectionery brand Twix – which showed two identical cars in a Dukes of Hazard-style…
Diesel battered by ASA for ‘offensive’ Katie Price ad
A Diesel clothing ad, featuring model Katie Price wearing a bikini and holding a handbag in front of her chest…
Pubs and bars struggling to get in shape for LHF ban
Many UK food and beverage businesses – including pubs, bars, and restaurants – have yet to fully grasp the new…
Watchdog slams the brakes on drug-fuelled Air Up ad
German water bottle company Air Up has found itself back on the wrong side of the UK ad watchdog for…
‘Fatty’ Xmas is saved (for some) in new TV ad ban delay
The Government has delayed plans to ban TV advertising for products high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) before 9pm…
New KFC ad sparks protests as gravy gripes hit new high
KFC’s “Believe” brand platform continues to court controversy with the ad watchdog confirming the latest execution for “the Dirty Louisiana”…