PDs left red-faced over ban on non-EU citizens

THE Progressive Democrats refuses to accept non-EU citizens as party members despite the fact that all resident immigrants, including asylum seekers and refugees, can vote in local elections.

A report, published later today, reveals that the Progressive Democrats is the only political party which refuses non-EU citizens as members.

The findings will be deeply embarrassing to PD party president, Justice Minister Michael McDowell and party leader, Tánaiste Mary Harney, who between them oversee the Government's immigration policies.