The pro-abortion rhetoric has focused on choice since its inception and it is impossible to believe that the Carphone Warehouse was unaware of this. If you have a contract with the Carphone Warehouse end it; if you’re thinking of getting a new phone or contract, don’t get it with them! These words are to remind the local Texans and those that have been hankering for a … Waitrose & Partners (formerly Waitrose) is a brand of British supermarkets, selling groceries as part of Britain's largest employee-owned retailer, the John Lewis Partnership.Its head offices are located in Bracknell and Victoria, England. A procedure which has helped to result in 200 million missing women and girls in India and China, and for which there is evidence of [11] In July 2005, he became deputy chairman. The massive advertising campaign, which used a ‘We’re Pro-Choice’ tagline, led to sharp criticism from pro-life advocates, and to pro-life protests outside Carphone Warehouse retail units. The merger completed on 7 August 2014. ... And the truth is that the ‘I’m pro-choice’ slogan is used to justify killing babies. You can unsubscribe at any time. The company has been a subsidiary of Dixons Carphone since 7 August 2014, which was formed by the merger of its former parent Carphone Warehouse Group with Dixons Retail. But we’re not “pro-choice” about slavery, or wife beating or racial violence. Big data expert: Facebook, Twitter, Google have become Orwellian…, Big data expert: Facebook, Twitter, Google have become Orwellian ‘Ministry of Truth’, Jim Caviezel: Christian way of living will soon be gone, prepare for…, Jim Caviezel: Christian way of living will soon be gone, prepare for massive persecutions, Former Twitter CEO: When capitalists are ‘lined up…shot’, I’ll…, Former Twitter CEO: When capitalists are ‘lined up…shot’, I’ll happily provide commentary. We process your information in according with our, CitizenGO uses its own and third-party cookies to improve its services, prepare statistical information and display advertising, content or personalized services through the analysis of its navigation. LifeSiteNews welcomes thoughtful, respectful comments that add useful information or insights. Founder of Men's Wearhouse - famous for his slogan 'You're going to like the way you look. [26], On 8 May 2009, Carphone Warehouse agreed to pay £236m in cash for the United Kingdom assets of Tiscali, an Italian telecoms group. This is an important and sensitive debate which is not helped by large businesses attempting to profit from mindless slogans. On 5 August 2015, hackers gained access to customer data for 2.4 million people who had used sites operated by Carphone Warehouse, including OneStopPhoneShop.com, e2save.com, Mobiles.co.uk and TalkTalk Group. They are apparently openly supporting abortion in Ireland – a “medical” procedure which kills one and wounds another. "[36][37], On 18 January 2007, Carphone Warehouse announced that it had suspended its sponsorship of the show as Channel 4 had not taken sufficient action in response to the alleged racism in the show. “We’re Pro-Choice” – so runs the slogan of the latest ad campaign from the British company, the Carphone Warehouse. It trades as Carphone Warehouse in the United Kingdom and Ireland, and as Phone House elsewhere. The Carphone Warehouse’s advertising campaign is therefore an absolute disgrace. [29] On 30 April 2013, Carphone Warehouse agreed to purchase Best Buy's 50% stake in Best Buy Europe for £500 million. Phone company raises ire over use of ‘pro-choice’ slogan Wed, Oct 26, 2016, 18:00 Updated: Wed, Oct 26, 2016, 18:44 Two of the “pro-choice” Carphone Warehouse ads on Dublin bus shelters. In June 2014, Carphone and Virgin agreed to sell Virgin Mobile France to Numericable for €325 million. However, the website www.wereprochoice.com is now re-directing to the customary Carphone Warehouse site, and the ‘We’re Pro-Choice’ logo has been scrubbed from the adverts and replaced with ‘Your Choice’. Why…. They do not deserve a penny of your money and only you can ensure they don’t get it. Please, correct it. In which case, I am forced to conclude that you are not only supporting the pro-abortion movement but are lying to your customers about doing so. [11] In July 2001, Johnson sold the majority of his stake and retired. 'I am very sorry that our clumsy advertising caused you such offence. “So, it’s very important that YOU as a pro-life consumer tell Carphone Warehouse what  you think TODAY by email, phone and more”. [5][6] In 1990, Dunstone brought in his school friend David Ross, a chartered accountant,[4][7] who became Chief Operating Officer in the same year. I intend to end any connection I have with your business and will encourage my friends and family to do the same until such a time as this ad campaign is rescinded and you make an apology. between commenters. The company has been a subsidiary of Dixons Carphone since 7 August 2014, which was formed by the merger of its former parent Carphone Warehouse Group with Dixons Retail. The Carphone Warehouse has the largest Mobile Phone repair service in the UK, and repair centres in all of the countries it is actively trading in. Most people understand that the person who has their name associated with the programme does not necessarily condone the content. [35], On 17 January 2007, in response to alleged racism in Celebrity Big Brother, Charles Dunstone said: "We are talking to Channel 4. “We’re Pro-Choice” – so runs the slogan of the latest ad campaign from the British company, the Carphone Warehouse. [23], In May 2015, Carphone Warehouse launched iD Mobile, a mobile virtual network operator using Three's network. [39], In October 2001, Carphone Warehouse established a corporate partnership with Get Connected UK, a confidential helpline service for young people, that continues today. Carphone Warehouse was strongly criticised for creating the perception that it was supportive of the push to legalise abortion in Ireland. Why isn’t he? They are apparently openly supporting abortion in Ireland – a “medical” procedure which kills one and wounds another. [25] It was said that this measure was a result of the changing mobile market. “It would not serve debate or democracy well if huge global companies were spending massive sums which seemed to push one side of the abortion debate – the side which favours legalising killing unborn babies,” she said. The future’s Orange’. I has been stopped and lessons learned. An action alert from the Life Institute had previously urged: “We can argue that being for choice is fine, because abortion isn’t about choice, it’s about killing a baby and hurting a mother, but clearly Carphone Warehouse meant the ads to be provocative. [14][15] Also in that month, it was announced that Geek Squad would be launching in the United Kingdom, in an 50/50 joint venture between Carphone Warehouse and Best Buy. The sponsorship deal was to last for three years. hostile or propagandistic comments, and streams not related to the storyline, will be removed. The company was co-founded in 1989 by Sir Charles Dunstone and Julian Brownlie, who put £6,000 into the company from their savings. Protestors outside Carphone Warehouse said that they wanted to remind the company that the majority of Irish people were pro-life and objected to firms trying to manipulate the electorate or public opinion. The Carphone Warehouse’s ‘pro-choice’ website for the campaign has also been scrapped. [32][33], On 19 June 2007, the Carphone Warehouse became the official sponsor of the fourth series of The X Factor. We've got a big case coming up. Your statements that “We are not making any comment on the current debate in Ireland, nor are we seeking to trivialise the issue”, and “This campaign is in no way making a political statement” are either completely disingenuous or misguided and unaware in the extreme. The Carphone Warehouse’s ‘pro-choice’ website for the campaign has also been scrapped. Write here your user name or e-mail with which you registered. I has been stopped and lessons learned. The sponsorship is constantly under review. And then we do these prosecutions, particularly with private detectives. All Rights Reserved. They have said “We are not making any comment on the current debate in Ireland, nor are we seeking to trivialise the issue”, and “This campaign is in no way making a political statement.”. “We long for the days when we’ll enjoy a live show, clink our glasses, and gather around a bowl of queso together…” These are the words that welcome visitors to the Visit Austin website. [35] On 8 March 2007, the company permanently dropped its sponsorship of the show. After the Carphone Warehouse and TalkTalk split, TalkTalk took over the sole sponsorship of The X Factor. Likewise, you can configure or reject the use of cookies by clicking on the Settings section. sentences or comments will be removed (Internet shouting). [16], In May 2008, Best Buy agreed to buy a 50% share in Carphone Warehouse's retail business for £1.1 billion, to launch the Best Buy Europe joint venture, named CPW Europe. Both of these statement are either completely disingenuous or misguided and unaware in the extreme. [12], In 2003, Ross started to step down from the COO role. [42] Customers who bought mobile phones from Carphone Warehouse retail outlets alleged that their landline accounts were subsequently switched without their consent. In the 1990s Carphone Warehouse became well-known for using the Stereo MCs' "Connected" in its advertisements. To obtain more information about the use of cookies and their rights, access our, Carphone Warehouse Openly Supports Abortion With “We’re Pro-Choice” Ad Campaign – Don’t Give Them Your Custom Anymore. http://www.irishnews.com/news/2016/10/26/news/carphone-warehouse-pro-cho... http://www.unicef.org/emerg/files/women_insecure_world.pdf, http://www.conservativewoman.co.uk/philippa-taylor-abortion-big-business/, Regarding Your Support of Abortion in Ireland. [19], Ross, by now a non-executive director, resigned from the board in December 2008. November 17, 2016 (The Life Institute) -- The Chairman of major phone retailer, Carphone Warehouse, has apologised for offence caused by the company’s ‘pro-choice’ advertising campaign which appeared to be taking a position on the abortion debate in Ireland. To whom it may concern at the Carphone Warehouse. [34], The company were the sponsors for the United Kingdom's version of Big Brother from 2004 to 2007. ireland, All Content Copyright 1997-2020 LifeSiteNews.com. We're taking action against them because we've had a lot of complaints that they've been telephoning people with marketing calls, people whose name is on the telephone preference service. LSN commenting is not for frequent personal blogging, on-going debates or theological or other disputes The slogan is tantalizing enough. [22] The Dixons Group staff moved into 1 Portal Way, the original home of Carphone Warehouse, in North London in May 2015. Carphone Warehouse supplies Get Connected with office and helpline equipment and has been instrumental in ensuring it is free to call from all landlines and mobiles. ', Carphone Warehouse apologizes for Irish ‘pro-choice’ advertising campaign, Trump should receive this effective COVID treatment immediately. [17][18] Best Buy and Carphone Warehouse also opened joint venture stores in the United States. [20], In 2010, the broadband and home phone business was spun off as TalkTalk. [3][4] Guy Johnson of NEC UK became the third partner at the company, later taking up the role of Logistics and Distribution director. Mowbli, the little mobile phone, is Carphone Warehouse's mascot. I find your “We’re Pro-Choice” ad campaign in extremely poor taste and utterly reprehensible. [5] Carphone Warehouse bought Opal Telecom in November 2002. Clearly we are against racism. Therefore, the Carphone Warehouse’s use of this slogan is utterly despicable and without excuse. LifeSiteNews gives priority to pro-life, pro-family commenters and reserves the right to edit or Please accept my sincere apologies”. remove comments. [31] French competition regulators, ARCEP, approved the deal in November 2014. [27] Tiscali UK later became part of TalkTalk. Your support for this position, which kills one and is known to have serious deleterious effects – both psychological and physical – on women is appalling.