Adverts
Alzheimer’s Society ads cleared following 235 complaints
Viewers complained that the ads, which detail a woman’s death “’again and again and again’, were irresponsible and distressing.
John Lewis Christmas ads over the years
The retailer’s Christmas ads have included a snowman, a bear and a hare, Monty the Penguin, Moz the Monster, Excitable Edgar and even Sir Elton John.
Tearjerkers out as retailers go light-hearted for Christmas ad season
Sainsbury’s has brought in pop star Rick Astley alongside real employees for its advert that asks what Santa eats for Christmas dinner.
Disney+ launches new subscription tier with adverts
The ad-supported option will allow viewers to access the streaming platform’s content for a cheaper price of £4.99 compared with its ad-free plans.
TikTok trials advert-free paid subscription plan
The social media giant is offering the service as part of a limited test in one market outside of the US.
Samuel L Jackson brings Hollywood edge to Warburtons advert
The Hollywood actor follows in the footsteps of George Clooney, Robert De Niro and Sylvester Stallone, who have all starred in Warburtons adverts.
Tougher rules will target illegal ads and fake influencer scams, says Government
New plans to protect consumers and children online follow a review into paid-for online advertising as part of the Online Advertising Programme.
Financial watchdog cracks down on ‘finfluencers’ and TikTok money adverts
Often unauthorised ‘finfluencers’ have little knowledge about what they are promoting, the Financial Conduct Authority said.
Alcohol ads featuring rapper ArrDee banned by watchdog
The Advertising Standards Authority found the ads were likely to encourage excessive consumption of alcohol.
Alcohol ads featuring rapper ArrDee banned by watchdog
The Advertising Standards Authority found the ads were likely to encourage excessive consumption of alcohol.