Deported pharmacist to sue State

A PHARMACIST arrested and deported after flying to Ireland for a job interview plans to sue the State for wrongful arrest and detention.

Australian John Meawad also wants the High Court to order the restoration of his clean record after his passport was marked with a note stating he was refused entry.

The 30-year-old Australian citizen, who lives and works in England, fears the mark could cause trouble for him with immigration officials in other countries on future travels.