Helen Hart

This Q&A looks at whether a promotion can be extended, considering the requirement of the CAP Code and the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, SI 2008/1277.

This Q&A looks at guidance on the claims that products are ‘best’ or ‘British’ and the use of the union flag in advertisements.

This Q&A considers the rules around the selection of winners in prize promotions and, in particular, whether computer algorithms can be used.

This Q&A considers various questions around prize promotions and how to minimise the risk of breaching the Gambling Act 2005 or other rules (such as the CAP Code). It looks at whether the name of the promoter (or the promotion) might be relevant in any assessment and the circumstances in which a promotion can be closed early.

This Q&A looks at a promoter’s obligations when it is unable to get in touch with the winners of a prize promotion.

This Q&A considers the options for a consumer facing business in respect of deposits or payments made where a consumer terminates a contract due to coronavirus (COVID-19).

This Q&A explains when new can be used in advertising.

This Q&A examines the circumstances in which marketers can use the word ‘free’ to describe products in marketing communications and advisements. The CAP and BCAP Codes are considered, as well as CAP guidance on free claims and free trials.

This Q&A considers which of the GDPR lawful grounds might be appropriate for processing the personal data of entrants to a prize competition, and what happens if the data is subsequently used for direct marketing purposes.

This Q&A looks at independent observers and independent judges who can be used in prize draws and competitions.

This Q&A considers the legal position of no purchase necessary prize promotions in Northern Ireland.