UK government confirms advertising restrictions for less healthy foods

The UK government has confirmed plans to implement restrictions on the advertising of less healthy products on TV and online. This policy includes: This follows consultations in 2019 and 2020. The consultation response published in 2021 set out the businesses, products and services that would be in scope of the restrictions. Following this, the policy…

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Deceptive Dark Patterns scrutinised in GPEN Global Report

Deceptive Design Patterns (DDPs) or “dark patterns” are often found on websites and apps.  They “nudge” consumers into making decisions that may not be in their interests. Examples include additional charges at the end of a transaction after a person has committed time to the purchase process, or users being forced to provide payment details…

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Winner is announced for the SCL Tech Law ‘Green’ Dragons’ Den Competition

Sponsored by decoded.legal and Colt Technology Services A competition to hear ideas from students and prospective trainees on how the law can embrace sustainability principles. The challenge we set: Which legal, environmental, social, or governance issue can be resolved with improved technology and how? The DragonsOur Dragons are experts in the field of technology, ESG, and…

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