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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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14 February 2025

WMCA’s Apprenticeship Levy Scheme hits over £50m, supporting over 4800 apprentices into training

A scheme set up by the WMCA to help cover the costs of apprenticeship training for SMEs has now funded more than 4,800 apprentices.

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13 February 2025

Work starts on £150m Canalside South regeneration scheme

£20m WMCA investment will transform former British Steel site for hundreds of new homes

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13 February 2025

Landmark Wolverhampton building to be converted for new social housing

WMCA teams up with Homes England to make multi-million pound investment into final phase of Royal Quarter regeneration

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13 February 2025

Birmingham-based academy set to train next generation of construction professionals

A brand-new training academy has opened in Birmingham to help tackle a skills shortage in the construction industry by providing young people with...

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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.