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.
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Latest News
20 July 2026
Mayor champions Scouts and Cadets to boost young people’s job prospects
Research shows being part of a uniformed organisation can significantly boost a young person’s confidence and ability to get on in life.
17 July 2026
WMCA announces Wayne Bexton as executive director for major capital programmes
His role will oversee the delivery of key capital projects including housing, regeneration, transport and wider infrastructure.
15 July 2026
Plan to create 38,000 jobs through defence growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and industry minister Chris McDonald join Mayors Richard Parker and Claire Ward at Westminster launch of The Midlands:...
13 July 2026
West Midlands Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) signed off by government
The Government has signed off a major new plan that will support businesses in the West Midlands with the skills they need to boost economic growth in...
