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Man stands by a lakeside path, feeding ducks and seagulls. Autumn trees with orange foliage line the background, creating a tranquil scene.

26 February 2026

Community month of action to reconnect people with nature

Thirteen community groups have been awarded a share of £30,000 to put on a packed programme of free events throughout March as part of the Nature Call...

Smiling man with a beard and navy turban, wearing a white shirt and dark blazer, standing against a light gray background. Confident and approachable.

25 February 2026

Speakers confirmed as Venturefest heads to the Black Country

Entrepreneur Amrit Chandan will share his story with hundreds of people attending Venturefest West Midlands in Wolverhampton on Tuesday 10 March.

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24 February 2026

Social homes back on track after £1m investment from Mayor’s housing funds

A total of 71 social rent homes will be built on the site of a former 'eyesore' scrap yard

Mayor Richard Parker at the launch of the Youth Trailblazer in Walsall

23 February 2026

Hundreds of unemployed young people supported by £5m Youth Trailblazer fund

More than 800 unemployed young people across the West Midlands have already benefitted from a £5m job support fund secured by Mayor Richard Parker...

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Phase 1: East Birmingham to North Solihull tram extension

Phase 1: East Birmingham to North Solihull tram extension

How the Mayor has secured funding for the project – which will kickstart Birmingham’s huge Sports Quarter regeneration project – has been made available as part of a £2.4 billion Government boost to the West Midlands transport network.