Bready or not – Hovis’ bread claims rise to the challenge
Hovis ruling provides a timely reminder on the importance of using key terms (for example, “rustic”, “authentic” and “traditional”) in a limited context, Stefanie Lo reports.
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The grass is not always greener: Easigrass falls short of ASA rules on green disposal claims
The ASA upholds rulings on Easigrass’ green disposal claims, signifying the end of the ASA’s green disposal claim grace period. Gabriella Thornton and Maxim Clarke report.
ASA ruling proves strong enough to defeat ‘The Beast’: advert featuring Adebayo Akinfewa deemed likely to strongly appeal to under 18s
ASA upholds ruling on BetUK advert that Adebayo Akinfenwa (aka “The Beast”) was likely to be of strong appeal to under 18s. Ben Nicholson and Polly Hatcher report.
ASA shows differences in approaches to complaints that gambling ads might appeal to children
Gambling advertisers experience differing fortunes following complaints their ads might appeal to children. TK Spiff reports.
Lucky Cow gets away unscathed: ad featuring dancing cow held not to be of strong appeal to under 18s
The ASA has ruled in favour of Lucky Cow Bingo, whose recent advert featuring a dancing cow was subject to a complaint that it was likely to be of strong appeal to under 18s. Ben Nicholson, TK Spiff and Polly Hatcher report.
Vytaliving misses vital advertising rules
ASA provides another ruling which highlights the strict regulation of health claims in relation to food supplements. Stefanie Lo reports.
ASA’s growing AI capability
The ASA has reported on its increasing use of artificial intelligence in regulation of UK online advertising, Emily Addleman reports.
Unravelling the ‘politricks’: EU regulation promoting transparency in political advertising published
The Council of the European Union adopts a new regulation on the transparency and targeting of political advertising. Rebecca Heptonstall reports.
Following the digital trail: ASA’s investigation into the supplier pathway of irresponsible online ads
The ASA begins groundbreaking initiatives to reshape online advertising regulation, targeting inappropriate ads in order to safeguard vulnerable audiences and enhance transparency. Bryana Daniels reports.
ASA revises Calvin Klein ruling
I’m not with the band: ASA reminds festival not to offer prizes it cannot guarantee
Space NK’s Christmas calendar ruled unfair
