Complaints to advertising standards body rose 18% in 2023
Fifth of written complaints received by ASA were made about social media influencer content
Fifth of written complaints received by ASA were made about social media influencer content
Close to two-thirds of influencers targeted in EU-wide campaign as consumers ramp up complaints about social media posts that don’t come clean
Senior executive accuses regulators of overstating financial risks of climate change
Consumers take aim at almost 1,000 commericals – travel and holiday sector top list
Crypto token ads on London’s transport network ‘exploited consumers’ fears of missing out
Ads display slogan: ‘Missed Doge? Get Floki’
Advertising Standards Authority says ‘clear’ disclosure required that a post is an advert
Advertising Standards Authority finds ad to be misleading, irresponsible and in poor taste
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Pretty Little Thing website had claimed its ‘irresponsible’ YouTube advert was inclusive
Airline ‘disappointed and surprised’ given it ‘fully complied’ with regulations
Taoiseach separately says there is no obligation on media companies to fact check ads
Watchdog says ads for internet speeds must alert customers to level of availability
More than 80 submissions made to consultation on proposed online safety act
Kate O’Connell says transport plan for Dublin will have irreversible consequences
Complaint against Lidl also upheld after email for sale featured non-discounted items
Nissan’s car running close second to Hyundai Tucson as biggest selling model this year
ASAI partially upholds complaint against MyRefund which manages flight delay claims
Rise of Irish social media influencers raises issues for advertisers
UK advertising watchdog says company failed to amend misleading prices online
Planet Business: A billionaire’s sailing dispute and the ads censured for risky driving
ASAI agreed with concerns raised over competition valued at more than €5,000 per winner
The current controversy arose not because the government was communicating strategically, but because it was communicating politically
Bank to act amid concerns over private firms selling medals marking historic events
UK authorities warn sellers that full compensation could be aid out if ex-fleet or rental cars are advertised as one owner
ASA says eHarmony claim is misleading because dating site cannot prove it provides a greater chance of finding lasting love
It’s the season for love and understanding – but not everyone thinks so
Complaints to ASAI said child was not correctly fastened and had thick coat
Advertising body rejects complaint about anti-abortion advert
Both Lives Matter adverts claim 100,000 people are alive due to North’s termination laws
A new report says sexist ads aren’t just annoying – they restrict our choices, aspirations and opportunities
Advertising Standards Authority rules against Almond Homeopathy over Facebook post
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Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
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