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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josie Clarke

Ads for pubs and nightclubs banned for encouraging excessive drinking

Several pubs and nightclubs in England and Scotland have had their social media adverts banned for breaking strict alcohol rules, by encouraging excessive drinking.

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said in its ruling that the ads were “irresponsible” and violated rules prohibiting any communication that may “lead people to adopt styles of drinking that are unwise”.

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