Town Crier

Our Legislation:

Legislation prohibits advertising that promotes a political party; Adult entertainment; Money lending; Trade Unions; Gambling and betting; Fast foods and outlets.

• adhere to the codes of conduct laid down by the Advertising Standards Authority and not conflict with the council’s aims and priorities.
• meet the national advertising standards code (CAP code) applied by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The code covers taste and decency in the depiction of religion, race, gender, alcohol and products aimed at children.
• be legal, decent, honest and truthful
• not bring advertising into disrepute, in addition must not bring the council into disrepute
• conform to the Code
• respect the principles of fair competition.
• be subject to the Code of Practice on Local Government Publicity and the requirements of the Financial Services Authority.