Only Melbourne Storm and Western Bulldogs don’t accept money from drinks industry, report finds Mike Hytner The Guardian, Tue 9 Apr 2019 A new study has highlighted the extent to which alcohol advertising is ingrained within Australia’s two major football codes, with concerns raised about the effects of the near-blanket exposure on children. Photo: An … Read More →
VicHealth has says there needs to be a crack down on social media influencers advertising alcoholic brands without revealing they are being paid to do so. Melissa Meehan Australian Associated April 9, 2019 It’s time to call last drinks on ‘influencers’ using social media to sell cocktails, wine and champagne, VicHealth says. Victoria’s health promotion … Read More →
9 April 2019 Oliver Peterson 6PRAlcohol AdvertisingMeg Coffeyoliver petersonOliver Peterson Perth LIVEPerth LIVEsocial media According to new research by VicHealth, the unregulated promotion of alcoholic drinks on social media is rife. “Influencers” post photos of themselves with alcoholic brands without declaring they have been paid to do so. They often have hundreds of thousands of … Read More →
The reporter; 6 April 2019 By Dawit Endeshaw The proclamation that seeks to ban any broadcast media advertisement on alcoholic drinks, from 6:00 AM in the morning to 9:00 PM in the evening, will start to take effect starting next month, May 29, 2019, The Reporter has learnt. As per Article 74(4) of the Proclamation, … Read More →
Alcohol marketing on social media sites in Finland and Sweden A comparative audit study of brands’ presence and content, and the impact of a legislative change Emmi Kauppila, Mikaela Lindeman, Johan Svensson, Matilda Hellman and Anu Katainen Abstract Social media has become a key marketing platform for alcohol brands. Social media makes it possible for … Read More →
21-Mar-2019 By Beth Newhart Brands are increasingly turning to social media influencers to promote their products and reach a younger audience. This is spreading to alcohol, and influencer marketing platform Traackr analyzed how alcohol brands are engaging with the new trend. Link to source: https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2019/03/21/Traackr-dives-deep-into-the-influencers-of-alcohol
European Public Health Alliance | Mar 12, 2019 | CAP & Health, Food, Drink and Agriculture | Analysis & Opinion Why wine promotion funds should be phased-out for a sustainable EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). The CAP dedicates a budget of over €1.1 billion per year to support the wine sector. In the period 2014-2018 … Read More →
Follow the Money Olivier van Beemen, 25 March 2019 Heineken received millions of euros in subsidies for agricultural projects in Africa, which the government praises as an example of a successful aid and trade policy. They provide the brewer with a lot of good publicity and tax benefits, but now it appears that the objectives … Read More →
Jordan Lukeš; Content Marketing Specialist 20 Mar 2019 When it comes to social media, the alcohol industry knows what they’re doing. Despite strict advertising rules and age restrictions, they’ve managed to create engaging content, adopt new formats, create alluring alcohol marketing campaigns, and engage with their audiences. However, there’s still room for improvement. Read on to … Read More →
By Jason Oliveira Tuesday, March 12th, 2019 1:31AM FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Student leaders are creating a buzz on campus with a new campaign aimed at reducing the number of billboards that advertise beer and liquor near schools. A recent survey conducted by Roosevelt High revealed more than half of its students see at least … Read More →