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Group photo of 19 people smiling under a neon sign saying "Herbert's Yard." The setting is cozy and warmly lit, suggesting a cheerful gathering.

18 February 2026

Meet the new street food businesses backed by Mayor Richard Parker

34 new businesses are receiving industry training as part of the Street Food Incubator Pilot, funded by West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker

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17 February 2026

Mayor warns climate inaction could cost West Midlands £600m a year as new Five-Year Plan launched

Analysis shows that climate impacts could reduce regional economic output by up to £2.9bn per year by mid-century if risks are not addressed.

The front of a blue tram on a city street. The headlights are on and the destination board says 'Sports Quarter'.

16 February 2026

£50m funding brought forward to fast-track Mayor’s plans for transport

Mayor Richard Parker and the WMCA Board agreed to advance £50 million to accelerate early work on projects including the new Metro extension, railway...

Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, with Ed Cox, who has become the West Midlands Combined Authority chief executive. The men are pictured shaking hands, wearing suits as they face the camera. They are pictured in a wooden panel room

13 February 2026

Ed Cox confirmed as West Midlands Combined Authority Chief Executive

Ed has led the organisation since June 2025 in an interim capacity, driving delivery of the Mayor’s priorities

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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.