Malaysia’s independent radio service Radio Free Sarawak stopped its shortwave transmission services on Saturday, according to the Daily Express.

Radio Free Sarawak used to broadcast Monday to Saturday on 15420 kHz between 7 pm and 8.30pm and says it will continue with its internet radio service.

The station says it offers information, news, interviews, reports and comments that are not heard on government-controlled stations in Malaysia.

It is run by the website Sarawak Report, which has accused the Sarawak Government of spending millions on devices to jam its service.

It also criticised the government for stifling free speech instead focusing on on issues which affect people.

In a statement, the website said: “The authorities have shown their true colours and also their fear of a single, small voice of criticism.”