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The advertising watchdog found that the graphic and gory imagery was likely to be seen as frightening and distressing to children in particular.

The Advertising Standards Authority ruled that three ads misled consumers about the therapies’ efficacy in treating long Covid.

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It is illegal in the UK to advertise milk formula for babies up to six months old

Ads for baby formula products for babie up to six months are prohibited in the UK

Retailer apologises for error, with such advertising banned in case it discourages breastfeeding

The ASA received 30 complaints that Eliza Rose Watson’s posters featured sexual adult content and were inappropriate to be seen by children.

ASA Pens, Ranga Pens, Fosfor Pens, and Lotus Pens are four Indian artisanal fountain pen makers who are crafting unique designs with traditional lathe set-ups, hand-polishing, and hand-cutting threads. These artists offer custom orders and have clients across 90 countries.

The ad for Wuka period underwear showed a ‘realistic and accurate depiction’ of menstruation which some viewers found ‘offensive and distressing’

Advert for Wuka period underwear attracted 295 complaints saying it was offensive and distressing

Advert for Wuka period underwear attracted 295 complaints saying it was offensive and distressing