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The UK’s Most Complained About Adverts Of 2017

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has released their list of the most controversial ads of the past year. A total of 29,997 complaints were received.All of the adverts in the top ten had one common thread – they were all challenged on the grounds of offence.In response to complaints reported in the media, two ads were quickly removed by the advertisers (Dove and McDonald’s) without the need for further ASA action.
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What I Learnt By Being The Only Black Person At My Graduation

Did I get here because I deserved it? Or was there a quota to be filled?
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Model At Centre Of 'Racist' Dove Ad Speaks Out: 'I Am Not Some Silent Victim'

Lola Ogunyemi suggested the meaning of the ad has been 'misinterpreted'.
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5 Black Women Speak Out About Dove's 'Racist' Facebook Advert

'It showed a vast ignorance of a history in which blackness has been linked to dirtiness.'
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Dove Apologises For 'Racist' Facebook Advert Following Backlash

'The tone deafness in these companies makes no sense.'
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Dove Matched Body Wash Bottles To Women's Body Types And The Internet Isn't Happy

Oh Dove.
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These Women Have A Kickass Message For Those Making Judgements About Their Beauty

'It has become the norm to judge women based on their appearance.'
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