'Misleading' Aviva annuity ad banned

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A TV advert for Aviva, in which the insurer claims it can provide 20% more income for annuity customers, has been banned by the Advertising Standards Authority.

The advert, starring Paul Whitehouse, features a voiceover saying: "When you retire get up to 20% more income with Aviva". However, four viewers challenged this claim as misleading before the ad...

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