Mayor Richard Parker has welcomed a significant rise in employment opportunities across the West Midlands, as new figures reveal the region has become the leading UK destination outside London for foreign direct investment
The West Midlands economy has seen a £120 million uplift thanks to a business and tourism support initiative led by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
The West Midlands Combined Authority has announced a significant development in Birmingham’s transportation infrastructure. A new tram line is set to be constructed, linking East Birmingham to the city centre.
A £1 billion tramline project is being proposed to connect Birmingham city centre with the airport, the NEC, and the HS2 interchange at Arden Cross. This major transport link is expected to boost economic development across East Birmingham and North Solihull.
Skills West Midlands + Warwickshire has marked its first successful year by presenting Skills Partnership Awards to thirteen employers which have invested in education and training.
On Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 we were joined by the Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker at Arcadis In Birmingham.
Downtown in Business will host the Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker, and the new Managing Director of Birmingham City Council, Joanne Roney, at DIB events in 2025.
