Freedom to return to Ireland raises the chances of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch running for the Dáil

Gerry "The Monk" Hutch was also said to be furious over the garda dawn raid on his Clontarf home when they knew he was out of the country. File photo

Gerry Hutch’s hopes of standing in the General Election were given a boost on Tuesday after it emerged he is free to travel to Ireland.

Court officials also confirmed his bid to run for the Dáil had been a fundamental part of his successful appeal against his remand in prison.