David Sullivan’s Sport newspapers criticized for using sexualized images

David Sullivan’s Sport newspapers have come under fire for using sexualized images of underage girls, labeled as ‘bait for predatory men’ by former victims’ commissioner Vera Baird. The criticism stems from the ‘Countdown to 16’ feature, which displayed models in lingerie and bikinis in the weeks leading up to their 16th birthdays. This practice allegedly skirted legal boundaries regarding the portrayal of minors. The scrutiny follows ongoing discussions about media ethics and child protection standards in publishing. Baird emphasized that the publication aimed to push legal limits during Sullivan's ownership of the newspapers.

• 6:05 PMThe Guardian Sport — David Sullivan’s Sport newspapers used sexualised images of underage girls as ‘bait for predatory men’