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.
Meet the Mayor
We’re led by the Mayor of the West Midlands. The current Mayor is Andy Street, who is in office until May 2024. The Mayor chairs the WMCA Board and acts as a voice for the region, nationally and globally.
What we do
Latest News
04 December 2023
Light rail industry leader to chair West Midlands tram operator
With more than 30 years’ experience in senior roles across the sector, Phil Hewitt is no stranger to the region, having previously served as Metro...
01 December 2023
Citizen Housing Group awarded £2.1 million to improve quality of homes in Coventry
The money, part of a £15 million package will be used to tackle the potential hazards in homes including damp, mould and condensation.
01 December 2023
West Midlands Mayor backs Ofgem regional energy planning reform
The West Midlands has helped secure greater local and regional involvement in energy systems planning to achieve a clean energy future that can reduce...
30 November 2023
Near miss pilot scheme to identify road safety hotspots
In the first UK Road Safety project of its kind 32 existing CCTV sensors across the region will be upgraded with the Near Miss feature.
Deeper Devolution Deal
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has negotiated a new Deeper Devolution Deal securing wide-ranging new powers and a budget windfall in excess of £1.5 billion to level up the region and deliver jobs, housing and economic growth.
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