Television and Radio Advertising (Credit and Debt Management Services) Bill

A Bill to regulate the advertising on television and radio of credit and debt management services; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would regulate how television and radio adverts for credit and debt management services are presented. It aims to protect consumers by setting rules for these ads and ensuring they are not misleading, with related provisions to support enforcement and compliance.

Key Points

Regulates TV and radio advertising for credit and debt management services.
Aims to ensure ads are clear, fair and not misleading.
Creates a regulatory framework with compliance and enforcement for advertisers and service providers.
Applies to providers of credit and debt management services, as well as broadcasters and advertisers.
Includes connected provisions to support consumer protection and enforcement.

Progress

Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage and later readings, before becoming law.

Who is affected?

Consumers who use or may use credit and debt management servicesProviders of credit and debt management servicesTV and radio broadcastersAdvertising agencies and marketers who create these ads

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Television and Radio Advertising (Credit and Debt Management Services)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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