Coca-Cola Ireland issues apology for ‘edgy advert’

Coca-Cola Ireland has apologised after an advertisement on a website for Sprite caused uproar and was removed by the site which said it should never have featured.

The advert featured on joe.ie and included slogans such as ‘She’s seen more ceilings ... than Michaelangelo’ and ‘You’re not popular... You’re easy’, sparking severe criticism.

Among those highlighting their concerns over the advertisement was broadcaster and writer Louise McSharry, who tweeted “SERIOUSLY with this takeover in 2016?” alongside a screen grab of the advert.