Deputy Rob Duhamel has decided to ‘call-in’ the planning application, which generally happens when an application is controversial or affects a large number of the public.
Islanders have until 28 August to comment on the plans to build a school on St Martin’s School playing field before the minister makes a decision to approve, defer or reject the scheme.
Former St Martin Deputy Bob Hill has strongly objected to plans to build on Field 327A, Rue de la Croix au Maître, because he wants the field, which also provides a pitch for the parish football club, preserved.
