Latest news and updates from across the region
The Midlands has emerged as a top regional location for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) attraction and employment in the UK, according to the EY UK Attractiveness Survey 2026. The region secured 102…
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The strategic programme will set strategic direction for future collaboration between the West Midlands and key Indian sub-regions, including Gujarat Builds on the landmark West Midlands trade…
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The launch of the West Midlands Regional Defence and Security Cluster marks an important step in strengthening the region’s role in the UK’s defence and security landscape. Delivered by West Midlands…
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Applications for the 2027 Awards – which celebrate the best people, places and tourism experiences in the West Midlands – are now open Applications for the 2027 West Midlands Tourism Awards - which…
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Birmingham has launched the Central Heart prospectus at MIPIM, setting out a major new regeneration vision that will create thousands of homes, jobs and commercial space in the heart of the city…
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The global premiere of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is taking place in the West Midlands this week, marking a significant cultural and economic moment for the region and reinforcing Birmingham’s…
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The West Midlands is leading a strategic trade mission to India this week to convert last year’s UK-India Free Trade Agreement into real outcomes; securing investment, growing exports and deepening…
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The West Midlands will use MIPIM 2026 to position £20bn of delivery-ready regeneration and innovation-led opportunities to global capital, demonstrating how coordinated public and private leadership…
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Production Central WM to become region’s dedicated office to support filmmakers, content creators and established broadcast companies New office to raise West Midlands’ profile as a major global…
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Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull and Sandwell among world’s top 10 most improved destinations for sustainability Birmingham and Coventry recognised for advances in environmental performance…
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