Editorial: Time of year for pumpkins, not turkeys

Campaign, 30 October 2009, 12:00AM

The first Christmas ad of the season has just hit our screens - a turkey-themed extravaganza from Argos - and, unfortunately, it's set to be followed by a whole host more from Boots, Ferrero Rocher and even Aga. When, oh when, will advertisers learn that no-one wants to see tinsel-themed TV spots before Halloween is even upon us?

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