Why a marketer welcomes the HFSS junk food advert ban
Ogilvy UK's Amelia Torode supports the new HFSS advertising regulations. She argues the ban combats child obesity and forces smarter, more creative brand building. Read her full analysis.
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Full list of junk foods banned from TV ads before 9pm
A major UK junk food advertising ban is now in force, targeting HFSS products high in fat, salt, and sugar. Discover the full list of restricted foods and the government's childhood obesity strategy.
UK junk food advert ban comes into full effect
A major ban on TV and online ads for unhealthy food and drinks is now law in the UK. The government says it will prevent 20,000 cases of childhood obesity. Find out which products are affected.
UK junk food advert ban comes into full force
A landmark TV and online ban on advertising unhealthy food and drinks is now in effect. The government says it will prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases. Read the full details.
Why UK shops from bakeries to Greggs are selling branded merch
Explore why London's streets are awash with Trader Joe's totes and why UK businesses, from Toad Bakery to Dom's Subs, are diving into branded merchandise. Discover the marketing, loyalty, and cultural signalling behind the trend.
Unilever's Vaseline Bets Big on TikTok Creator Economy
Unilever is shifting half its ad budget to social media after Vaseline's viral TikTok life hacks, from cleaning shoes to fixing squeaky doors. Discover the 'social listening' strategy reshaping advertising.
What Asset Managers Can Learn from Netflix's Brand
Investment firms must emulate Netflix's direct-to-consumer branding to attract a new generation. Discover how storytelling and clear identity are reshaping asset management.
The 'Hey You!' Marketing Trend: Authenticity Crisis
London writer Max Fletcher critiques the overuse of faux-friendly 'you' in corporate communications. Explore why this direct address feels disingenuous and patronising.
Sports Sponsorship Trends 2026: AI, Prediction Markets, Women's Sport
IMG expert Sam Galet reveals the three trends set to dominate sports sponsorship in 2026. Discover how AI, prediction markets, and women's sport will shape deals.
Why 2025 Changed Sports Marketing Forever
2025 was a watershed year for sports marketing. AI became essential infrastructure, women's sport proved its commercial power, and live sport reasserted its value. Discover the key shifts.
Government bans unwanted advertising mail from 2026
New UK law from 2026 will stop businesses sending unaddressed adverts to households that opt out. Find out how to stop junk mail and what it means for you.
Soaring UK food prices make even basic staples unaffordable
A personal account of how UK food inflation is pricing families out of basics like lentils and rice. With food bank use soaring, we examine the crisis and demand government action.
Why Mascots Are Sport's Next Big Branding Opportunity
Sports mascots are evolving into vital branding tools. Discover how characters like Gritty drive profit, fan engagement, and cultural relevance for modern teams.
How to Safely Reheat Your Christmas Leftovers
A food hygiene expert reveals the safest methods for reheating Christmas turkey, vegetables, and more to avoid food poisoning this Boxing Day. Follow these essential tips.
Obituary: Guinness marketing man Mike Vineall dies aged 87
Michael Vineall, a former Guinness marketing executive and lifelong Leeds United supporter, has passed away at 87. Read about his career and passions.
Chalamet's Marty Supreme: A New Hollywood Marketing Playbook
How Timothée Chalamet's bizarre, all-in press tour for 'Marty Supreme' is challenging Hollywood's stale marketing formula and trying to save original cinema.
Atlanta's Food Divide: How Trump's Economy Impacts Shopping
A Guardian report from Atlanta reveals starkly different experiences of food affordability under Trump's second term, from soaring pantry demand to luxury caviar bumps. Discover the economic divide on your plate.
Naples named world's best food city; UK absent from top 30
A new study reveals the world's top food destinations. Naples takes the crown, but no UK city made the top 30. Discover the full list and the Italian dominance.
Clementines rebranded as 'Easy Peelers' in fruit shake-up
The humble clementine is undergoing a major rebrand to 'Easy Peelers', a move reflecting consumer habits and marketing strategy. Discover the story behind the fruit's new identity.
EU 'sausage' name ban for plant-based products backed by meat lobby
The European Parliament has voted to ban plant-based products from using names like 'sausage'. Critics argue the move, backed by the meat industry, misleads consumers and stifles innovation. Discover the implications for sustainable food.
Leyton's Weekly Night Market Approved for 2026
Leyton Calling has secured permission to open a permanent weekend night market in East London from February 2026, featuring global street food, drinks, and live music.
UK Record Attempt: Eating World's Hottest Chicken Tenders
A journalist's quest to break a UK record by eating Dave's Hot Chicken's Carolina Reaper tenders in Soho leads to searing pain and a cautionary tale about extreme spice. Discover the full fiery story.
How South Korea's smart bins slash food waste
South Korea recycles 96.8% of its food waste using RFID bins that charge by weight. Discover how this tech-driven system changed behaviour and cut Seoul's waste by 23.9%.
Why Big Tech is Hiring Corporate Storytellers
From Google to Microsoft, companies are hiring 'storytellers' to control their narrative. Discover what this ancient role means in the modern corporate world and the salaries on offer.
First Look: London's Biggest Food Hall Opens in Leicester Square
Market Place Food Hall has opened in London's West End with five floors of surprisingly affordable food from 16 traders. Discover the must-try dishes and why it's a game-changer for pre-theatre dining.
Food safety warning over Dubai-style chocolate bars
The UK's Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate after finding undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
FSA Warning: Allergy Risk in Dubai-Style Chocolate
The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate bars due to undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
UK Food Watchdog Issues Dubai Chocolate Allergy Alert
The Food Standards Authority warns consumers with allergies to avoid popular Dubai-style chocolate bars after finding undisclosed peanuts and sesame. Stay safe this festive season.
Viral London 'break-up' scene was a storage firm stunt
Attic Self Storage admits creating the viral 'messy break-up' scene in central London to promote new facilities. The marketing stunt sparked a nationwide sleuthing frenzy online.
The Struggle Behind 2024's Christmas Ad Campaigns
Amid global turmoil and a cost of living crisis, UK retailers like John Lewis and M&S craft complex Christmas ads. Explore how they sell joy in difficult times.
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