Robert Collier
2nd Baron Monkswell
The Rt Hon. Robert Collier has stood in one election in Medway but has never held elected office within the towns. He most recently stood as a Liberal parliamentary candidate in Chatham in 1885.
In October 1886, he inherited the title of Baron Monkswell and entered the House of Lords as a Liberal peer. He remained in the House of Lords until December 1909.
During his time in parliament, Lord Monkswell served as parliamentary under-secretary of state for war.
Political Career
Lord Monkswell has served in the following posts:
UK Parliament
Government Posts
Some of Medway's current and former representatives have also represented other parts of the country in local government, devolved assemblies and both houses of parliament. Where possible, we have tried to include parliamentary roles in other parts of the country in this section, but owing to the time and research involved, some of this data may require updating.
Electoral History
Lord Monkswell has stood in the following elections in Medway: