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What the First CAP & BCAP Rulings Mean for Brands

The first 2026 CAP and BCAP rulings on HFSS advertising are in. We explore what passed, what didn't, and what can be learnt from the rulings.

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Head To Head Episode 4: Cadbury Creme Egg Mystery

We’re rolling the tape back to 1984 for what might be the most gloriously audacious on-pack promotion this country has ever seen.

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SPARK Returns to the Judging Panel for the IPM Awards

SPARK returns to the IPM Awards judging panel, with CEO David Pearson chairing and Marketing Manager Louise Ramplin joining as a judge.

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UK CINEMA IS BACK IN THE SPOTLIGHT

UK cinema is booming. CINEMATIX helps brands tap into the rising demand for cinema rewards through a seamless promotional activation platform.

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SPARK LAUNCH CINEMATIX

CINEMATIX, SPARK’s new cinema promotion platform, helps brands run cinema prize promotions and tap into 2026’s biggest big-screen cultural moments.

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Why Every Brand Should Think Like A Challenger

Challenger thinking isn’t just about positioning. Dave explains why prize draws, on-pack promotions and tactical activation should be built into your brand strategy from the start.

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Head To Head Episode 3: Cash In Your Packet

We dive into a brilliantly simple sales promotion from the late 90s that got shoppers switching brands fast. Find a fiver in a crisp packet, yes please!

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HFSS Regulations: Promotions You Can Still Run

We unpack what HFSS brands can still do with prize and on-pack promotions under the new rules, and how SPARK helps brands stay compliant and creative.

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Head To Head Episode 2: Win A Donkey!

Great promotions rarely impress as a spreadsheet. They win because the idea is clear, Ribena's “Win a donkey” is a campaign in just 3 words.

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