Transport for London (TfL) has banned a West End ad for featuring an “unhealthy” wedding cake that violated the network’s HFSS advertising rules.
Sainsbury’s slams UK government’s u-turn on HFSS BOGOF ban
Sainsbury’s has criticised the government’s decision to delay the ban on buy-one-get-one-free (BOGOF) on products high in fat sugar and salt (HFSS).
HFSS: Government delays ban on BOGOF junk food deals – again
Prime minister Sunak has delayed a ban on BOGOF HFSS promotion deals for two years in England – citing the “economic situation” as a cause.
PM Sunak pressured to drop ‘idiotic’ HFSS BOGOF ban by MPs
Rishi Sunak has evaded confirming whether BOGOF HFSS promotion ban will go ahead after the restrictions were labelled ‘idiotic’ and ‘bonkers’ by MPs.
Tower Hamlets council votes to ban junk food advertising
Tower Hamlets council has voted in a healthier advertising policy as it restricts the promotion of junk food and sugary drinks.
Junk food ad restrictions could unfairly limit retailers’ social media
Junk food ad restrictions could limit retailers’ social media, according concerns that local shops may be unfairly targeted under the new rules.
New Get Up, Same 7UP: Will 7UP’s first rebrand in seven years pay off?
7UP VP of global brand marketing, Eric Melis speaks to MB about the brand’s extensive visual rebrand – its first in almost 10 years. Will it pay off?
Watch: Doritos targets Gen Z with latest TV campaign
Snack brand Doritos has this week launched a new TV campaign to promote its products to Gen Z audiences looking for the perfect ‘night in-in’.
Tesco calls for government action on obesity following HFSS ads backtrack
Tesco has joined forces with a flurry of suppliers and retailers to ask the government to take ‘meaningful’ action to reduce childhood obesity.
Government faces criticism for delaying the ban on pre-watershed HFSS ads
The government has faced fresh criticism for delaying its plans to ban ads for HFSS foods being shown ahead of the 9pm watershed.