Day: 5 February 2024

Cost of living crisis causing loneliness epidemic for young people 

Stuart Mitchell

Almost half (42%) of 18 to 24 year-olds in the UK are cutting back on socialising with friends due to the cost of living crisis, according to a new YouGov survey from FareShare, the UK’s largest charity tackling food waste for social good.   Charities across the FareShare network have expressed growing concern about the impact of loneliness and isolation on the wellbeing of people they support, including more younger people.  The survey shows that over half (52%) of 25 to 34 year olds will avoid meeting with friends this…

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Dollar General Literacy Foundation and Ad Council Launch New PSAs Empowering Adults to Get Their High School Diploma

Stuart Mitchell

Just as Americans focus on New Year’s resolutions and the positive changes they can make in their own lives, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) and the Ad Council are releasing a new public service advertisements (PSAs) that demonstrate how getting a high school equivalency (e.g.  GED or HiSET) can have a positive, lasting impression on an entire family or community. The film was produced by Mofilm, a creative content agency that excels at authentically telling real people’s real stories. Their role beyond the end-to-end production was creatively developing the…

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Sodexo UK & Ireland reports it is ahead of schedule on Net Zero 2040 roadmap

Stuart Mitchell

Sodexo UK & Ireland have announced that it has achieved a 37% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across scopes 1, 2 and 3, compared to its baseline year of 2017. This reduction represents the removal of approximately 400,000 tonnes of carbon (tCO2e) from its footprint at 31 May 2023. Publishing its annual net zero progress report today, Sodexo UK & Ireland has announced it is now ahead of schedule on its journey to Net Zero 2040.  The facilities management and food services business – which was one of…

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The most controversial US ads of all time have been revealed – big names such as Pepsi and Snickers top the list!

Stuart Mitchell

The most controversial TV adverts of all time have been revealed, identifying the brands that sparked outrage across the US and beyond – with big names such as Pepsi and Snickers topping the list.   The findings, compiled by journey advertising platform illumin identified the most offensive US commercials of all time and explained what went so wrong for these brands. The Top Five Most Controversial US Adverts Ranked Pepsi – Global Message of Unity Peloton – The Gift That Gives Back Gilette – We Believe  Snickers – Do Something…

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Clear Channel UK’s Outdoor Media Awards return for 2024

Stuart Mitchell

Clear Channel and Campaign kick-off awards season as they welcome entries for the 18th annual Outdoor Media Awards    Ushering in its 18th year of excellence, Clear Channel announces the much-anticipated return of the Outdoor Media Awards in collaboration with Campaign. The stage is set, and entries are officially open, inviting industry innovators to showcase their outstanding campaigns. This year’s event features 13 coveted awards, recognising exceptional campaigns and the creative brilliance driving the industry forward across five categories: Creative, Planning, Effectiveness, A Platform for Good and Talent. One winner…

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