Britain Bans “Gender Stereotypes” In Advertising

If you’re in the advertising game in Great Britain you’ll need to have a word with the staff and begin minding your Ps and Qs a bit more closely. New rules are going into effect as to what is allowable in advertisements. From this point forward, “gender stereotypes” are not to be allowed if they might be “harmful” or give offense. So how will you know if you’ve crossed the line and your advertisement will be banned from public view? That’s the really beautiful part of the plan. They’re not explaining it, but the government will know it when they see it. (NY Post)-- More...