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Fischer Future Heat UK Ltd
Claims on a flyer and website for a heating system were misleading and unsubstantiated.
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Active Posture Ltd
Claims on Facebook by a clothing company that its product could improve posture and reduce back pain were misleading.
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Fortune Academy
A website promoting a cryptocurrency course made misleading claims.
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Rock Paper Click Ltd t/a Government Solar Checker
Claims on a solar panel company website were misleading, did not make clear the nature of the business and falsely implied they acted for purposes outside their trade.
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Solar Panel Funding Ltd
Facebook posts for solar panel funding made misleading claims, did not make clear the nature of the business and falsely implied they were acting for purposes outside of their trade.
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Toyota (GB) plc
TV, poster and Facebook ads for a hybrid car were not misleading.
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Under Armour UK Ltd
Website claims for Under Armour’s Athlete Recovery Sleepwear range were not backed up with adequate evidence.
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Greenstar Gas, Plumbing and Heating
A website, for a plumbing and heating company, www.greenstarcolchester.co.uk, seen on 9 February 2019, stated "Greenstar Powerflushing, Gas, Plumbing and Heating is the only plumbing and service company that has [sic] 100% transparent ... pricing system ...".
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The White Star Key Group Ltd
An Instagram post promoting a weight loss food supplement, published by Influencer Jemma Lucy (@jemlucy) on 5 May 2019 showed her sitting at a table in a bikini and socks, holding a mug. Three packets were featured on the table. Text stated “I’ve been staying in shape with my go to @skinnycaffe products....
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USN (UK) Ltd
A website, www.uk.usn-sport.com, seen on 1 November 2018 selling food supplements featured text on a product page that stated “PHEDRA CUT LIPO XT … Phedra Cut Lipo XT is the latest breakthrough from USN. It consists of a two-in-one liquid capsule containing ground-breaking, clinically researched ingredient...
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Unilever UK Ltd
An Instagram post for Radox, posted on 14 June 2018, featured a picture of a bottle of Radox shower gel which featured the claim “100% NATURE INSPIRED FRAGRANCE”. Below that on the bottle there was a prominent image of the Radox logo, a leaf, berries and text that stated “FEEL DETOXED acai berry sc...
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Waverley Media Ltd t/a Waverley Media Ltd
A web document for a provider of 'trading systems', Waverley Media, seen on 23 April 2019, promoted a scheme named 'Daisho-Lite'. The document featured text which stated "a handful of disgruntled competitors and serial complainers who can't be bothered to follow instructions have been hard at w...
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Person(s) unknown
The website for Mind Body Reset www.mindbodyreset.co.uk, a complementary therapy provider, seen on 11 February 2019. Text on the home page listed the following conditions “ADHD- Fibro - Depression - Stress - Anxiety - PTSD - ME/CFS”. Text on the “FAQ” page stated, “Mental Health problem...
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Extreme Locks Ltd
A paid-for Google ad for Extreme Locks Ltd’s website www.mikejmartin/auto-locksmith, a vehicle locksmith, seen on 31 January 2019, included the text “Local 24 hour emergency locksmiths for all vehicle related security issues”.
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PPB Counterparty Services Ltd t/a Betfair
A web page titled “Cash Out” featured on the promotions section of the website www.betfair.com, seen in October 2018. Text stated “CASH OUT KEEP YOUR EYE ON THE BALL CASH OUT WHEN THE MOMENT IS RIGHT AND TAKE YOUR PROFITS … HOW IT WORKS 1. Add selections to your betslip as normal. Bets eligi...
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Department for Work and Pensions
Ads in the press and online for Universal Credit broke the rules around substantiation and inclusion and presentation of significant conditions.
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Mortgage Complaints Bureau Ltd
Ads on Twitter and on a website broke the rules around misleadingness and by implying the advertiser was acting for purposes outside of their trade.
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Peter Wilson t/a Bearthecheekychow
A promotion run on Instagram was administered unfairly.
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Unisnacks Europe Ltd
Ads for biscuits appearing on Facebook, a website and on the product were banned for being irresponsible and encouraging excessive behaviours.
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Paramount Pictures International
A YouTube ad for the film Pet Sematary was banned for being inappropriately targeted at children.
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EMP Mail order UK Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site), Internet (display)
Topic: Pricing and charges -
British Telecommunications plc
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Sports, leisure and hobbies -
CrossReach Trading Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Medical procedures and services, Children and the vulnerable -
Flipper Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Claims, endorsements and testimonials -
Grylls Adams Estate Agents
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Claims, endorsements and testimonials -
Hyperconnect Inc
Media: Internet (social networking)
Topic: Gender, sex and relationships -
L'Oréal (UK) Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Promotions and competitions -
Royal Panda Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Gambling -
SCA Investments Ltd
Media: Internet (social networking)
Topic: Food, drink and supplements -
Super Bock Bedidas SA
Media: Internet (social networking), Internet (display)
Topic: Alcohol -
Tapi Carpets & Floors Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site), Point of sale
Topic: Promotions and competitions, Pricing and charges -
The Feel Good Group Ltd
Media: Internet (social networking)
Topic: Health conditions -
Toyota (GB) plc
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Appliances, electronics and machinery -
Warners Group Publications plc
Media: Internet (on own site), Internet (social networking)
Topic: Claims, endorsements and testimonials -
Waterman Corporate Enterprises Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site), Internet (e-tailing)
Topic: Beauty products, grooming and hygiene -
www.axparis.co.uk Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Promotions and competitions -
ADIDAS (UK) Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Promotions and competitions -
Absolute-Collagen Ltd
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Health conditions -
Amazon Europe Core Sarl
Media: Internet (on own site)
Topic: Children and the vulnerable -
Arkworld UK Ltd
Media: Internet (social networking)
Topic: Food, drink and supplements, Claims, endorsements and testimonials, Animals and farming