What Andy Burnham can learn about devolution from Britain’s Victorian industrial cities
Andy Burnham’s central vision is for a devolved system of local government that promotes economic growth and fosters…
The Cotswolds, New Forest and Malvern among 17 areas with no asylum seekers
Northern cities are accommodating thousands of asylum seekers – while areas such as the Cotswolds and New Forest…
British Film Commission announces major boost to West Midlands film and TV sector
The British Film Commission (BFC) has announced the West Midlands as the UK’s eighth official regional production hub…
The winners and losers of Burnham’s income tax overhaul
Mayors getting a share of income tax revenue to spend on their cities could lead to some areas…
Midlands Mayors set out plan to create 38,000 jobs through defence growth
Strategic investment in the Midlands’ defence sector could create up to 38,000 high-value jobs and add almost £3…
Mayor of the West Midlands hosts Indian delegation during UK-India Week 2026.
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, followed up his recent trade mission to India by hosting senior…
Mayor launches Britain’s biggest and most powerful Development Corporation to drive £11bn regeneration of East Birmingham
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, today (Tuesday 19 May) launched Britain’s biggest and most powerful Mayoral…
London local elections 2026: Who will win in Bromley?
Thursday 23 April 2026 3:30 am | Updated: Wednesday 22 April 2026 3:45 pm Labour remains favourite to stay…
London local elections 2026: Who will win in Waltham Forest?
Thursday 23 April 2026 2:15 am | Updated: Wednesday 22 April 2026 3:52 pm Hounslow heads into the 2026…
London Local Elections 2026: Who will win in Barking and Dagenham?
Thursday 23 April 2026 1:55 am | Updated: Wednesday 22 April 2026 3:54 pm Barking and Dagenham is up…
The North East council fixing potholes faster than nearly anywhere in Britain
Middlesbrough Council is repairing potholes at the second highest rate of any local authority in the UK, according…
West Midlands takes “UK growth starts here” message to UKREiiF 2026
The West Midlands will position itself as central to the UK’s growth over the next decade when it…