Howard says 'odd man out' on donations

Former prime minister John Howard says political donations should be transparent and declared quickly.

Former prime minister John Howard says he doesn't want to see any weakening of Australia's gun laws. (AAP)

Former prime minister John Howard says he's the "odd man out" when it comes to political donations.

Unlike many on both sides of the political divide, he isn't against foreign, corporate or union donations.

"I think the one big change that is needed is more timely disclosure of donations, transparency is the key," Mr Howard told Sky News on Sunday.