COUNCILLORS are to take a close look at an area intended for expansion by one of Herefordshire's most successful schools.

St Mary's RC High School wants listed Lugwardine Court as a new sixth form centre.

But pensioners living nearby say such a move would bring the school right up against their boundaries, threatening peace of mind and possibly safety.

The decision lies with the county council's central area planning sub-committee.

Members voted last week to visit the expansion site before making their recommendation.