Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch has confirmed he plans to register as a candidate in the General Election.

Speaking to reporters at Dublin Airport arrivals, he said he said he was ‘100%’ running for election, adding: “Without a doubt”.

Speaking to The Irish Mirror, he said he did not know whose seat his plans were likely to put at risk.

“Any seat will do me,” he said. “I’m not pushed.”

Asked what policies he will be running with he said: “I don’t think it is the appropriate place here to talk about them.”

Asked about his recent arrest in Spain, he said he was not worried about the case impacting on his ability to serve the people.