The Advertising Standards Authority has today (11/9/02) ruled on a complaint by the Absorbent Hygiene Products Manufacturers' Association (AHPMA) against an old information leaflet published by WEN's Real Nappy Project.

The leaflet complained about went out of print in March 2002 and many of the points had been updated in the new version, before the complaint was made.

We are surprised and disappointed by the ASA judgement and we will be appealing. We are concerned that the judgement may have implications for other charities and campaigning organisations.

ENDS

For the full ASA ruling, go to www.asa.org.uk
For information on WEN's project to raise awareness about the environmental impact of nappies click here.
For more information, contact Elizabeth Hartigan on 020 7481 9004 or 0771 886 5009.