Marketing Beat explores the latest developments in the long-running saga opposing FKA Twigs’ banned Calvin Klein ad and the ASA.
ASA forced to revise Calvin Klein FKA Twigs ad ban ruling
The ASA has been forced into a rather embarrassing U-turn this week as it reversed its decision to censor a Calvin Klein poster featuring FKA Twigs.
Jack Daniel’s ad banned by ASA for promoting irresponsible drinking
A Jack Daniel’s poster has been banned by the ASA (Advertising Standards Association) for promoting irresponsible drinking.
Ford ‘zero emissions’ ad gets past ASA greenwash clampdown
The ASA (Advertising Standards Authority) has ruled that a paid-for Ford advert which featured the words “New All-Electric Explorer — redefining adventure. The ultimate all-electric SUV is here” was not…
Read MoreNationwide ad complaints rise after release of second Dominic West spot
Nationwide’s latest iteration of its “A good way to bank” campaign starring Dominic West as an arrogant banker, has received complaints to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).
Former football stars in hot water with ASA after CBD social posts
Matt Le Tissier and John Hartson broke UK advertising rules after they promoted a CBD product on X without revealing that they had been paid.
Santander UK complains to ASA about Nationwide advert slamming rival banks
Santander UK has complained to the Advertising Standards Association (ASA) about an advert from rival bank Nationwide.
ASA upholds complaints about TfL adverts promoting Ulez charges
The Advertising Standards Association has upheld two out of six complaints made about recent TfL TV, radio and press adverts regarding Ulez.
ASA bans Burger King ads for targeting under-16s with high fat foods
The ASA has banned a series of Burger King ads after the fast food chain was accused of targeting young children with unhealthy food.
BMW and MG Motors ads banned by ASA for greenwashing
Two paid-for-search adverts about cars for MBW and MG Motor UK have been banned for making misleading claims about being zero emissions.