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New Regulation Regarding The Food Advertisements

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Pursuant to the Regulation published in the Official Gazette dated March 27, 2018 and numbered 30373 "Regulation on Procedures and Principles of Broadcasting Service" was amended.

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Pursuant to the Regulation published in the Official Gazette dated March 27, 2018 and numbered 30373 "Regulation on Procedures and Principles of Broadcasting Service" was amended. With the relevant amendment it has been clarified how the provision, "Commercial communications of foods and beverages, containing nutrients and substances excessive consumption of which is not recommended in general nutrition diets shall not accompany the children programs at the beginning/end or shall not be included in the children programs" under 7th paragraph of article 9, under the title of "Commercial Communication in Broadcasting Services" of the Law on the Establishment and Broadcasting Services of Radio and Television no 6112 will be implemented.

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