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Latest News
21 July 2025
West Midlands Mayor unveils plan to turbocharge the economy and put an extra £8,600 in people’s pockets
The West Midlands Growth Plan will drive a new era of prosperity in all parts of the region by creating 100,000 good jobs in fast-growing industries,...

18 July 2025
Work to start on far reaching blueprint for new homes in the West Midlands
Spatial Strategic Plan will set out where future housing and commercial developments should be built to best drive economic growth

17 July 2025
Children’s roleplay café opens with backing from business support programme
Venue was inspired by former science teacher's own daughter

16 July 2025
Bulls in the city art trail charges in to Birmingham
Public to follow the clues and discover 128 bull sculptures around the city as part of Birmingham Hospice fundraiser.