Category: Industry News

CAP – Take PRIDE in your advertising this June

Stuart Mitchell

The ASA/CAP have released a post called: Take PRIDE in your advertising this June. I have enclosed the text of the link below, but please have a look at the ASA/CAP site as there are lots of things of interest to anyone with an interest in Ethical Marketing. 50 years ago this summer, the first Pride march was held in the UK. It was a party – but it was also a protest.  Things have come a long way since then, but that progress shouldn’t be taken for granted and there’s…

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CAP – Environmental claims, the Advertising Codes, and You

Stuart Mitchell

The ASA/CAP have released a post called: Environmental claims, the Advertising Codes, and You. I have enclosed the text of the link below, but please have a look at the ASA/CAP site as there are lots of things of interest to anyone with an interest in Ethical Marketing. This Sunday, 5 June 2022, will mark 50 years since the establishment of World Environment Day.  The Day was established by the UN in 1972 as a vehicle for raising awareness about environmental issues and advocating for action.  This year’s theme, “Only…

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CAP – Wait a minute, Mr Postman – Delivery charges in ads

Stuart Mitchell

The ASA/CAP have released a post called:  Wait a minute, Mr Postman – Delivery charges in ads. I have enclosed the text of the link below, but please have a look at the ASA/CAP site as there are lots of things of interest to anyone with an interest in Ethical Marketing. Internet shopping has a lot going for it. Along with avoiding the crowds, you can also find what you want, when you want and then instantly compare the prices with other businesses. With internet shopping becoming part and parcel…

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ASA – Tackling racial and ethnic stereotyping in UK ads

Stuart Mitchell

The ASA/CAP have released a post called: Tackling racial and ethnic stereotyping in UK ads. I have enclosed the text of the link below, but please have a look at the ASA/CAP site as there are lots of things of interest to anyone with an interest in Ethical Marketing. The ASA has a strong track record of taking action against ads that are likely to cause harm or serious offence on the grounds of race and ethnicity. But, as a proactive regulator, the ASA must ensure that we are aware of…

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Ukraine Comms Support Network expands with International Subcommittee

Stuart Mitchell

The Ukraine Communication Support Network (UCSN) has appointed 16 country leads to a new Subcommittee established to drive international support for the people of Ukraine. The International Subcommittee will work with the UCSN Steering Committee to share information and support projects in aid of Ukraine and its people affected by the war. The new Subcommittee will; support efforts to expose misinformation as it relates to Russia’s invasion, assist with humanitarian projects across borders, and intensify efforts to ‘defund the war’ by educating the business community on the realities of the…

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