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In plain English: A recent advertisement from Ladbrokes promoted a rewards program called "Ladbucks," which were tokens that players could collect and use for free spins and bets. The issue was that the ads used language and imagery that could appeal strongly to young people, which is not allowed for gambling ads. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) upheld the complaints and ruled that the ads could not run again in their current form. This means that Ladbrokes will need to be more careful in how they advertise to ensure it doesn’t attract underage viewers, which is important for protecting younger audiences from gambling-related content.

In plain English: A recent advertisement for Coral showed a man dressed for a horse racing event, promoting their services on mobile billboards during the Cheltenham Festival. A complaint was raised because the billboards were parked near two schools, which raised concerns about targeting young people. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) looked into the issue and decided that Coral had followed the rules by keeping the billboards far enough away from schools and only displaying them after school hours. As a result, no further action was taken, meaning gamblers can continue to see these ads without restrictions in similar locations.

In plain English: In early 2023, Ladbrokes ran ads on Twitter featuring famous tennis players like Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, asking fans to predict outcomes of matches during the Australian Open. The problem was that these ads could appeal to people under 18, which is against advertising rules for gambling. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) upheld the complaint and ordered Ladbrokes to stop using these types of ads, especially those featuring popular athletes. For gamblers, this means that ads will be more carefully monitored to ensure they don't target younger audiences, helping to protect minors from being influenced by gambling promotions.

In plain English: Ladbrokes ran two ads on Twitter featuring Premier League managers, including Eddie Howe, promoting betting odds for managers likely to be fired. The issue was that these ads could appeal to people under 18, which is against advertising rules for gambling. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) ruled that the ads breached these rules and ordered Ladbrokes not to run them again in their current form. This means gamblers can expect stricter advertising practices to protect younger audiences from being influenced by gambling promotions.

In plain English: A recent advertisement from Ladbrokes featured a tweet with Jake Paul discussing his boxing match against Tommy Fury, asking followers to vote on what he should do next. The issue was that Jake Paul is a well-known figure who appeals to younger audiences, which goes against rules meant to protect under-18s from gambling promotions. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) upheld the complaint and ruled that the ad should not run again in its current form, meaning Ladbrokes can’t use popular figures like him in their ads. For gamblers, this means that advertising will be more carefully monitored to ensure it doesn’t target or appeal to younger audiences.

In plain English: A recent TV ad for Coral, a betting company, showed exciting footage of a horse race, aiming to capture the thrill of the event. However, two people complained that the ad could encourage irresponsible gambling behavior, as it created a sense of excitement that might lead viewers to bet more than they should. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) agreed and ruled that the ad was misleading and harmful, so Coral cannot run this ad again in its current form. For gamblers, this means that future ads will need to be more responsible and less likely to promote risky gambling habits.

In plain English: A recent TV ad for Ladbrokes showed people getting excited about football and placing bets on their phones. However, some viewers felt it made gambling look like an obsession, which could be harmful or misleading. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) agreed and ruled that the ad portrayed behavior that could suggest problem gambling. As a result, Ladbrokes was told to ensure their future ads don’t show gambling in a way that could be seen as irresponsible, which means players can expect more careful advertising that promotes safer gambling practices.

In plain English: A Facebook ad from Ladbrokes promoted a slot game called "The Goonies" and offered 30 free spins with a £50 deposit. A complaint was made because the ad might appeal to younger audiences, especially since "The Goonies" is a popular film among kids. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) looked into it but decided not to take any action, stating that the ad was targeted at adults and did not directly appeal to children. For gamblers, this means that while the ad was allowed to run, there are still concerns about how gambling ads might reach younger audiences.

In plain English: The advertisement from Ladbrokes showed a man nervously waiting for a horse race to start while using their betting app in a café with friends. The problem was that the ad suggested he was overly focused on the race, which could imply unhealthy gambling behavior and make it seem normal to be detached from your surroundings while gambling. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) upheld the complaint, telling Ladbrokes to avoid showing any gambling behavior that could be seen as socially irresponsible in future ads. For gamblers, this means that ads will be more carefully monitored to ensure they don't promote risky gambling habits.