Perhaps it was poor timing, with the recent riots and protests across Europe and around the world, that led the ASA to pull the plug on Levi’s “Go Forth” campaign. In one specific ad, three models are holding lit fireworks and shooting them into the sky. The ASA determined that the ad was “harmful and irresponsible,” because it might encourage children to play with fireworks.
Tough Standards: 8 ‘Misleading’ Ads Banned by U.K. Officials
From excessive Photoshop to promoting "socially irresponsible" behavior, Britain's Advertising Standards Authority has the power to veto any ad that it deems to be in violation of their strict rules. Take a look at eight advertisements that have been recently banned by the organization.