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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.

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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Creative Industries Landing Page Filming

29 November 2024

Funding boost for West Midlands creative sector

Backed by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), The CreaTech Frontiers will invest £6.75 million in the region to develop small, micro- and...

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28 November 2024

Community environment project puts young people on the ‘Growth Path’ to success

Young people are being given an opportunity to develop a passion for the environment are being offered essential work experience and training at a...

members of RoadPeace gathering for Road Safety Week digital campaign with TfWM

27 November 2024

Grieving families go on camera to reveal the tragic impact of reckless driving

Families whose loved ones have had their lives taken on the region’s roads have expressed their pain and grief in a series of hard-hitting videos...

Richard Parker Mayor Of The West Midlands 2024 Digital

26 November 2024

West Midlands to get up to £5m as part of government’s Get Britain Working trailblazer

The West Midlands is to get up to £5m under the Government’s new Get Britain Working initiative which will focus on getting unemployed young people...

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