The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) received a record 43,325 complaints about 22,115 ads in 2021, a recent annual report revealed.
Alibaba ad banned for displaying underage girl in a bikini
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned an Alibaba ad for displaying an image of an underage girl in a bikini.
Adidas sports bra ad banned for displaying bare breasts
Adidas has had three sports bra ads banned by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for displaying bare breasts.
‘What a load of shiitake’: Tesco Mobile ads banned by ASA for mimicking swear words
Tesco Mobile has had three ads banned by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for alluding to offensive expletives.
BT gets Virgin Media broadband ad banned by the ASA
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned two Virgin Media ads for not providing enough verification for its broadband speed claims.
ASA bans Cadbury ad for ‘omitting significant’ terms and conditions
The ASA has banned a Cadbury website promotion for “misleading” the public and “omitting significant” terms and conditions.
Madeleine McCann burger ad banned by ASA
Three social media posts from The Otley Burger Company have been banned by the ASA for referencing Madeleine McCann.
ASA bans ECB Cricket and KP Snacks ad
The ASA has banned two advertisements collectively created by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and KP Snacks.
CAP bans influential celebrities and footballers from featuring in gambling ads
The Committee for Advertising Practice (CAP) has introduced “tough new rules” for gambling ads to protect young people and vulnerable audiences.
Currys’ e-scooter YouTube advert banned by the ASA
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a Currys YouTube ad for displaying an e-scooter in what appears to be a public setting.