SHOCKING: 7 - What They Never Told You

M&S ad banned for featuring ‘unhealthily thin’ model

It was ‘irresponsible’ for the retailer to use the image, rules watchdog

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025

The Universe Like You’ve Never Seen It: 30 Jaw-Dropping Astronomy Photos From The 2025 ZWO Shortlist

Every year, the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition brings together stunning views of the night sky from around the world.

Bored Panda · Jul 21, 2025

‘Insensitive’ vegan charity advert showing baby being taken away from mother banned

An advert from a vegan charity which shows a baby being taken away from its mother has been banned after the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) branded it “irresponsible”.

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025

Gemma Collins weight-loss drug advert banned as watchdog launches crackdown

The Advertising Standards Authority said the rulings made it ‘crystal clear’ that prescription-only medicines could not be advertised to the public

Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025

Watchdog bans host of ads for prescription-only weight-loss medications

The Advertising Standards Authority said the rulings made it ‘crystal clear’ that prescription-only medicines could not be advertised to the public.

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025

Older people stereotyped as rich and grumpy in ‘offensive’ adverts, watchdog says

Elderly people ‘bombarded’ with campaigns for funeral services and care homes, Advertising Standards Authority says

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025

UK watchdog criticises ‘offensive’ portrayal of older people in adverts

ASA report finds many use negative stereotypes and highlights concerns about targeting of end-of-life services

The Guardian - UK · Jun 18, 2025

Older people ‘bombarded’ with ads for funerals, care homes and mobility aids

Over a third of the UK population agree that older people tend to be negatively stereotyped in ads, the Advertising Standards Authority found.

Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025

Was Twix Car Ad Ban Unfair? Some People Think UK Advertising Group Overreacted on Ruling

A recent ruling by the Advertising Standards Council (ASA) noted that the ads encouraged dangerous driving and were irresponsible.

International Business Times UK · Jun 12, 2025

This Twix ad was banned for the stupidest reason ever

The ASA is clutching at straws.

Creative Bloq · Jun 11, 2025