Beer advertisements shown to kids during streamed TV programs like Lego Masters
by Karen Middleton Political editor from World news | The Guardian on (#6NWKH)
David Pocock urges government to fix gap in the law after 28 complaints, but Labor says it will not support amendment
Independent senator David Pocock is urging the government to fix a gap in the law that allows alcohol to be advertised during children's television programs when streamed rather than using a traditional TV aerial.
Pocock has identified 28 complaints about alcohol being advertised during programs including Lego Masters, Australian Idol and The Voice and during the broadcast of Carols in the Domain around segments featuring Disney characters and The Wiggles.
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