VIVA is set to be axed from Freeview, according to a516digital.
The move was reportedly announced by Viacom president and CEO Philippe Dauman this morning.
Dauman also confirmed the arrival of Viacom's Spike brand in the UK.
The new channel will be replacing VIVA on Freeview and YouView.
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