Collins ' predecessor for the seat was Michael Howard ( served 1983 -- 2010 ) .
The current Member of Parliament is Damian Collins of the Conservative Party who was elected at the 2010 general election .
Damian Collins ' predecessor for the seat was Michael Howard ( served 1983 -- 2010 ) .
The current Member of Parliament is Damian Collins of the Conservative Party who was elected at the 2010 general election .