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Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd t/a Sainsbury's
- Upheld
- 16 October 2024
An Instagram story posted by Kayleigh Johnson linked to a product listing on Sainsbury’s website which had the effect of marketing infant formula to the general public, which is prohibited under the Code, while affiliate links were not obviously identifiable as ads.
Suntory Global Spirits UK Ltd
- Upheld
- 16 October 2024
A post on Bowmore Single Malt Whisky’s Facebook page in partnership with Aston Martin linked alcohol with driving and was irresponsible.
Trav Expert Ltd t/a Travelcrew
- Upheld
- 16 October 2024
Prices on a website for a retailer of flights and holidays were misleading because the advertiser did not hold evidence to show they were genuine and included all non-optional taxes, duties, fees and charges that applied to all or most buyers or that they were subject to change and that availability was limited.
W8 Tech Cyprus Ltd t/a Seeking
- Upheld
- 16 October 2024
A paid-for Reddit ad for a dating website perpetuated sexist and negative gender stereotypes and was likely to cause harm and widespread offence.

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