A Cumbrian MP as well as a well known Border TV presenter Fiona Armstrong have this afternoon asked the Council of Ministers for their support in keeping a borders newsroom going.
The merger of Border with Tyne Tees is seen as a threat to local coverage.
Manx viewers are being asked to send in postcards to OFCom, the communications watchdog, to keep the coverage going.
Carlisle MP Eric Martlew:
Manx Whisky Company 'proud' to bring gold awards back to the Isle of Man
Small Baldrine-based distillery wins big on the world stage
Green Lounge gets approval
Consumption passes open today
Product recall issued after asbestos found in sand
Unclear whether craft set is available in Isle of Man shops
Island set for 'Uber Eats style' delivery service
Hopes Dazzler will become 'centralised platform' for Manx eateries
