Mr Smith noted the following in the Sunday Times' Atticus diary column.
"As Jack McConnell, like so many other failed new Labour politicians, savours the prospect of enjoying the trappings of office as a British high commissioner, a fly has landed in his sundowner. Politicians in Malawi are to fight the appointment of Scotland’s former first minister over his record of support for gay rights. Homosexuality is illegal in the African country, punishable by up to 14 years in jail. “I am scared because he can easily use his influence to force legislation,” said Friday Jumbe, presidential candidate for the main opposition party."
To further complicate matters Malawi's main crop is tobacco, which means they may also not be too impressed with Jack McConnell's other claim to fame, namely pioneering Scotland's smoking ban in public places.
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