'Woke' Labour-run council's adverts against wood-burning stoves are banned for providing 'no evidence'

The Brighton and Hove City Council's campaign against wood-burning stoves and open fires, initiated in December 2024, has been halted by a ruling that the ads lacked scientific backing. The council aimed to curb air pollution from such heating methods, but the ban came as the advertising body found no substantial evidence to support the health claims. This decision raises questions about the balance between environmental advocacy and the need for scientific rigor in public health campaigns, highlighting a broader issue about how local governments approach pollution control measures.