Gillingham's game against AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday night has been postponed.

The game was called off following a 3pm pitch inspection on Monday.

Covers have been on the pitch for a fortnight but the ground is not safe to play on.

A club statement said: "The MEMS Priestfield Stadium pitch has been fully covered since January 3, however weather conditions in Kent since Saturday have meant the ground is unsafe to play on.

"Officials had no hesitation in making their decision."

The match was due to be Ady Pennock's first in charge at Priestfield. Gillingham's next game is due to be against Shrewsbury on Saturday at home.

All purchased tickets for Tuesday's game will be valid for the rearranged fixture. The game had already been twice moved due to Wimbledon's involvement in the FA Cup.