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KitKat ad sparks complaints over alleged sexual connotations
Complaints were submitted to the Ad Standards Community Panel that the term ‘rawdog’ used carries sexual connotations.
Aug 18, 2026
Lindt chocolate bunny ad found not misleading following viewer’s complaint
A consumer believed that ad created the impression that the chocolate bunny is solid, while, in fact, it is hollow.
May 1, 2026
Tropeaka advert probed by standards agency over undisclosed influencer deal
”The panel considered that influencer content often serves to influence consumer behaviour,” Ad Standards said.
Mar 30, 2026
Mars Petcare cleared over Pedigree dogfood ad after consumer complaint
The panel considered that the ad did not breach the AANA Code of Ethics.
Mar 27, 2026
‘Suicidal’ soybeans ad withdrawn after community review
The decision was made after a viewer complained that the soybeans were committing suicide by jumping into a blender and ...
May 9, 2025