Paddy Power controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2023
Regulatory scrutiny of promotional advertising
Paddy Power advertising has continued to face complaints and regulatory review concerning the clarity and presentation of promotional terms, reflecting wider scrutiny of gambling inducements.
2014
Always Bet on Black advertising controversy
A Paddy Power football campaign was criticized as racially insensitive and was withdrawn after complaints. The episode demonstrated the reputational and regulatory risk created by deliberately provocative advertising.
2012
Paralympics advertising complaints
A campaign connected with the Paralympic Games was subject to complaints and scrutiny over its treatment of disability-related imagery and language.