People want ‘offensive’ Crown Paints advert banned after attracting hundreds of complaints

More than 200 people have complained to the Advertising Standards Authority

People have been calling for  an "offensive" Crown Paints advert to be banned, labelling it an example of "misogyny" and "everyday sexism." The musical ad tells the story of Hannah and Dave and how they met at an illegal rave. After several years of being together, they decide to have children and Hannah 'throws herself at David.' The lyrics continue: "Hannah's hoping for a girl, Dave's just hoping that it's his." It is this that has offended many. The Guardian reports that more than 200 people have complained about the advert, with some describing it as an example of "everyday sexism" because it implies that Hannah might not have been faithful in their relationship. https://twitter.com/crownpaints/status/1556713593403576320 One of those who voiced their anger at the advert was comedian Jenny Eclair. In a tweet she said the advert was "massively offensive" as its creators had "basically... set up a scenario that implies a woman has possibly conned a man into fatherhood". Many others agreed, with some labelling "misogynistic" and a "disgrace." https://twitter.com/kdnightporter/status/1557679306087845890 https://twitter.com/FaceOfLace/status/1557043829974368257 A third said the advert plays to the "false narrative" that women who don't want children will always end up changing their minds. Replying to this, the Lancashire-based company said that they see Hannah as "an empowered female character, comfortable in making her own decisions and in control of if and when she changes her mind." https://twitter.com/crownpaints/status/1556956984972288000 A spokeswoman for the firm told the BBC that the ads were "intended to be a humorous celebration of special life moments that prompt people to paint their homes, in this case focusing on Hannah and Dave, a happy couple expecting a baby together". Related links:

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