Knitted Cardigan Scam Update, In-game Spending, Red Tractor
The Advertising Standards Authority has banned five adverts selling fake cardigans, after hundreds of people complained to the regulator following our investigation.
Should financial education adapt to the digital age? According to a new poll by YouGov, 93% of parents believe that children should be taught about digital spending in schools. This includes spending on websites, social media and video games. We speak to an organisation launching digital spending lessons in schools and hear why in-game purchases are of particular concern. (NB - since this programme was broadcast Epic Games has been in contact with us to point out that Fortnite stopped including loot boxes in 2019)
From your energy provider to a delivery service, companies are increasingly asking for our feedback. However, a new study suggests that this isn’t making a difference to customer service or providing useful data for companies. So, what role does this constant feedback play?
Red Tractor is a supermarket labelling scheme designed to reassure consumers that they're buying products made in accordance with high animal welfare and food quality standards. Farmers are expected to adhere to these standards, but Red Tractor’s latest framework has been met with anger by many in the farming community. Is it still fit for purpose?
The Advertising Standards Authority has banned five websites selling fake cardigans, after hundreds of people complained to the regulator following our investigation. The websites draw people in through social media and sell what look to be beautiful hand-knitted cardigans, but on arrival are just mass-produced polyester versions. It not only leaves consumers out of pocket, but also hands over their financial details to criminals.
PRESENTER: SHARI VAHL
PRODUCER: CHARLIE FILMER-COURT