The ASA has partnered with Compare the Market and Acast for a new campaign designed to build up the public’s trust in advertising.
Nasty Gal $1,000 Instagram competition ad banned
Fast fashion retailer Nasty Gal has fallen foul of the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for the way it conducted a promotional competition on its Instagram account.
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ASA bans blinds ad for ‘making light of disability’
The ASA said the ad, with the phrase “Made-to-measure quality blinds…without having your eyes out![…]Blind envy starts here”, could cause widespread offense.
Furious Oasis fans urged to share Ticketmaster complaints with ASA
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has called on Oasis fans to share their complaints about Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing.
JD Sports Nike ads banned for encouraging dangerous driving
JD Sports has had a series of Nike Air Max ads banned by the ASA for condoning ‘irresponsible, unsafe’ motorcycle driving.
Just Eat ad for McDonald’s banned for breaking junk food code
The Just Eat ad promoted McDonald’s McNugget, McMuffin and Big Mac products, all classified as HSFSS products under the ASA’s rules.
When #ad isn’t enough: What Steven Bartlett’s banned ads say about power
What does the ASA’s ban of the Steven Bartlett-fronted testimonials mean – and what responsibilities should wielding modern day influence bring?
Virgin Atlantic ad banned for misleading ‘sustainable fuel’ claim
A Virgin Atlantic radio ad for the first net zero transatlantic flight has been banned by the ASA for claiming that the fuel it was using is 100% sustainable.
AI risk and reward: AA report insists on responsible use
AI must be used correctly and respect artists along the way if it is to be an asset for the creative sector, according to a new report from the Advertising Association.
