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Building a better connected, more prosperous, fairer, greener and healthier West Midlands

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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17 January 2025

Mayor announces more social housing to help tackle region’s affordable homes shortage

£1.7m funding deal for more than 100 social homes on derelict industrial land in Edgbaston.

Sutton Coldfield

17 January 2025

Progress on Gateway plan to improve transport in Sutton Coldfield town centre

WMCA funded scheme designed to improve cycling, walking, bus and road access

17 January 2025

Mayor welcomes government investment into West Midlands creative industries

The Mayor has welcomes today's government announcement for investment into West Midlands creative industries.

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15 January 2025

Young learner from Dudley shares how construction job changed his life for the better

The only way is up for 20-year-old Ky Shaw who has been able to turn his life around after landing an apprenticeship while building one of...

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Have your say on how buses are run in the West Midlands

Have your say on how buses are run in the West Midlands

From 6 January to 30 March, you can have your say on how the West Midlands bus network is operated. Find out how you can take part here.