A RADIO station is calling for support to apply for a full-time broadcasting licence.

Due to licensing restrictions, Radio Hartlepool can only broadcast live on the FM band for two 28-day periods within one year.

Whilst broadcasts continue on the Internet, a full-time licence would mean constant daily coverage live on 107.5FM.

Managing director Jason Anderson said: "Everyone involved with the station is keen to better serve the communities of Hartlepool and broadcast on FM full-time. To do this, we need support from as many people as possible."

* Visit the website at www.radiohartlepool. co.uk and click on the interactive link.