Dance app missteps with “free” subscription claim
ASA rules that a dance app using a money back model cannot be descried as “free”.
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ADHD advertising claims attract ASA attention
Two recent ASA rulings have addressed the extent to which advertisers can reference ADHD when promoting consumer products.
ASA’s claws come out for Untamed cat food ad
The ASA upheld complaints against Untamed Cat Food’s ad, ruling that claims about competitor meat content in cat food and cats’ nutritional needs were misleading and insufficiently substantiated.
Knit ad unravels under ASA scrutiny
The ASA upheld a complaint against Charmfay Shop’s online ad for a hooded jumper, finding that the claims and imagery had not been substantiated and were misleading.
AI in advertising: ICC publishes guidance on its Advertising and Marketing Communications Code
The International Chamber of Commerce has released a guide for marketers on how AI applies to its Advertising and Marketing Communications Code.
First taste: ASA's first rulings on 'less healthy' food and drink advertising restrictions
The ASA issues its first rulings clarifying the scope of the “less healthy” food advertising restrictions.
Clear skies ahead: Civil Aviation Authority outlines environmental disclosure framework for airlines
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has published a framework setting out guidance and principles on the environmental information airlines and other booking organisations should provide to passengers.
Loot boxes in apps: are your disclosures compliant?
CAP’s enforcement notice and guidance note on loot box disclosure reinforce ASA rulings requiring mobile game publishers to disclose the presence of loot boxes and clearly signpost prize probabilities.
Red flags at Silverstone: ASA stewards inquiry into gambling ad compliance
The ASA found that a Betway ad clearly depicted Sir Lewis Hamilton, a personality of strong appeal to under 18s, and that creative tweaks and platform targeting were not enough to avoid a breach of the “strong appeal” rules.
Greenwashing nappies: baby care company falls short on environmental claims
The ASA has upheld complaints against Kit & Kin’s green marketing for its nappy and wipes range, finding that “eco”, “sustainable” and “biodegradable” claims were absolute, unsubstantiated and gave a misleading impression of the products’ environmental impact.
Not a five-star performance: ZING Toothpaste's misleading review ratings
The ASA found that ZING Toothpaste’s ads were misleading because they displayed five-star ratings and review counts that closely mimicked Trustpilot’s format but were not supported by the company’s actual Trustpilot profile.
Spot the ad: ASA research highlights influencer disclosure challenges
ASA-commissioned research finds that consumers struggle to distinguish influencer ads from organic social media content and want clear, prominent disclosure labels. Labels such as “Commission Paid”, “Paid Partnership” and “Ad” were seen as the most effective.
