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junk food avert ban

  • Lidl and Iceland censored under junk food ad rules

    Retail

    Lidl and Iceland have become the first supermarkets to have adverts blocked by regulators under the government’s crackdown on junk food.  The rules cover some sugary and fatty foods, including sweets, pizza and chocolate. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has been policing the new ban since January, but today’s warnings are the first it has [...]

    Lidl's boss has warned about the impact of the Budget, days after co-signing a letter warning Rachel Reeves to change course. Photographer: Simon Dawson/Bloomberg via Getty Images
  • In defence of the junk food advert ban (from a marketer)

    Opinion

    Many agencies have pushed back against the junk food advert ban, but Ogilvy UK's Amelia Torode says she welcomes the legislation.

    Delicious junk food pizza with melted cheese, pepperoni, and colorful toppings, capturing the essence of indulgent comfort...

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