What is the Combined Authority?
Combined Authorities are set up to improve their region’s economies. We invest in the region through collaboration with our partners, but we don’t replace local councils.
Who is the Mayor of the West Midlands?
Find out information on the mayor and their priorities for the West Midlands
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Latest News
25 April 2025
More than 5,000 people given apprenticeship training as scheme’s donations top £50m
A scheme set up by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) to help cover the costs of apprenticeship training for small and medium-sized...
24 April 2025
Mayor’s free travel scheme delivers five million bus journeys in first year
Five million extra bus journeys have been taken since Mayor Richard Parker took office a year ago, thanks to a landmark free travel scheme to get more...
24 April 2025
Compass’ Xcelerate hub welcomes Skills Minister and Mayor of the West Midlands
Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK’s largest food and services company has welcomed the Rt Hon Baroness Smith of Malvern, Skills Minister, Rt Hon...
22 April 2025
Opportunity for Wolverhampton residents to speak to Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands
Residents of Wolverhampton will get the chance to ask Richard Parker, the Mayor of the West Midlands any questions they may have about his policies...