Mayor of the West Midlands3 days agoThousands of new social homes promised for regionThe government is giving £409m towards the scheme which aims to cut the numbers on waiting lists.3 days ago19 Aug 2026PM Burnham backs mayor's bus planBus services in the West Midlands are to be brought back into public control for the first time in 40 years.19 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Bus travel is changing in the West Midlands - what will it mean for you?What impact will WMCA's shift to a franchise model have on fares and timetables?19 Aug 20263 Aug 2026Midlands mayor rules out bringing in WarwickshireRichard Parker says the county must come up with its own devolution plans.3 Aug 202628 May 2026Mayor unveils plan to boost night time economyA new report makes 25 recommendations to help revitalise the West Midlands' in the evening.28 May 20266 May 2026Mayor 'threatened' and 'followed' while canvassingWest Midlands Mayor Richard Parker says he is concerned the incident may put others off campaigning.6 May 20266 Mar 2026Mayor returns after being stranded in 'war zone'West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker was stranded in Dubai for five days due to the war in Iran.6 Mar 202620 Feb 2026Mayor launches £50m electric vehicle jobs fundFirms can apply for grants of up to £3m to help them compete in the electric vehicle market.20 Feb 202614 Feb 2026Combined authority announces chief executiveEd Cox is formally appointed after leading the authority on an interim basis since June.14 Feb 2026...
