Regulator profile

ASA

Advertising Standards Authority

Self-Regulatory Body UK-wide

What ASA does

UK's independent advertising regulator across all media including online, print, TV, radio, and social media. Applies the UK Advertising Codes written by the Committees of Advertising Practice (CAP). Investigates complaints and can require advertisers to withdraw or amend misleading, harmful, or offensive advertisements.

Self-regulatory body funded by advertising industry levy. Works with Ofcom (broadcast ads) and CMA (misleading claims). CAP provides pre- publication advice via Copy Advice service.

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Official guidance from ASA

Curated guidance documents to help you understand your obligations.

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Sectors regulated

Retail

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