In The News Will a tax bill scupper Gerry Hutch's run for the Dáil?
Dec 1, 2025
Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor at The Irish Times, dives deep into Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch's ambitious bid for a Dáil seat. They discuss Hutch's plans to register new voters and boost his base from last year's near-success. Lally analyzes the implications of Hutch's hefty €800,000 tax bill and compliance rules that could affect his candidacy. They also touch on the local perception of Hutch compared to drug dealers, the notorious Kinahan-Hutch feud, and the ongoing legal challenges he faces, making this a captivating exploration of crime meeting politics.
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Hutch Likely To Run Again
- Conor Lally judges Gerry Hutch is very likely to run in the Dublin Central by-election based on local conversations and renewed social media activity.
- Hutch's campaign signals and community contacts suggest a deliberate build-up rather than a spontaneous bid.
By-Election Concentrates Party Power
- By-elections change dynamics because only one seat is contested and larger parties can concentrate resources locally.
- Conor Lally says Sinn Féin's transferable Mary Lou MacDonald vote and targeted party efforts make it hard for independents to win.
Register And Mobilise New Voters
- Hutch needs to register and mobilise a few thousand new voters in the north inner city to improve his 3,100 first-preference base.
- Conor Lally highlights voter registration and turnout as decisive actions for Hutch's electoral chances.