West Midlands Combined Authority

01/09/2026

👁️ What if eye drops could work better, for longer?

University of Birmingham spin-out Healome is developing technology that could do just that, right here in the West Midlands.

As the first business in our region to receive investment from WMCA-backed Midlands Mindforge, it’s part of our ambition to turn breakthrough research into products, businesses and jobs here in the region.

28/08/2026

Your area. Your voice. 📣

Got a question about what matters to you and your community?

Mayor Richard Parker is heading to Sandwell College for the next Ask the Mayor Anything session.

From transport and housing to jobs, the cost of living, crime, the environment and more, this is your opportunity to put your questions directly to the Mayor.

📍 Sandwell College
📅 Wednesday 16 September
⏰ 6pm-7.30pm

👉 Register here: https://assets-gbr.mkt.dynamics.com/a3b85b0d-c453-4680-af2a-330420e03125/digitalassets/standaloneforms/42f5bf44-7c65-f111-ab0d-70a8a5763530?readableEventId=Ask_the_Mayor_Anything_Birmingham_and_Solihull1386279242

21/08/2026

🩵 They're back after 25 years.

🏟️ Coventry City FC take on Arsenal in the Premier League on Friday evening.

⚽️ PUSB

📸 Dave Archer

19/08/2026

💫 After leaving school with no GCSE qualifications, Olivia went to college and is now building her career as a customer service apprentice.

🙌 Good luck to everyone receiving their GCSE results this week.

18/08/2026

What does the West Midlands mean to you?

Whether it’s your daily journey around your local area, weekends spent exploring nearby parks, or the community spirit that makes you proud to call it home, we want to know what makes this region yours?

We’re on a mission to understand what makes our region unique, how getting around connects you to local places and opportunities, and how we can best shape the future of our communities.

Help us paint a true picture of life in the West Midlands! 👇

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17/08/2026

Follow Jack for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Day 6 of the European Athletics Championships! 🏃‍♂️📸

From exploring everything happening around the stadium, to viewing the award ceremony from up high and getting right down on the field alongside the athletes - Jack takes us behind the scenes and into the heart of the action. 🎥

What an incredible week it was 🫶🏻🥇

16/08/2026

How we wish we got out of bed on Monday morning…

Our Midlands long jump boss Jazmin Sawyers looking cool as… 😎

She leapt to 🥈 on the final night of birmingham2026

16/08/2026

Listen to that roar! 🔊

A jubilant home crowd help bring home to win gold at on the final night at

15/08/2026

Another incredible day of athletics in Birmingham! 🏃‍♀️🔥

Day 6 of the European Athletics Championships has once again brought the very best of the sport to the Alexander Stadium, with world-class performances, unforgettable moments and an atmosphere that could only be Birmingham. 🌍🏟️

What’s been your favourite moment from Day 6? 👀

Let us know your memorable moments in the comments below 👇

14/08/2026

Results Day is here! 🎉📚

Mayor Richard Parker visited Joseph Leckie Academy to join students as they celebrated their results and shared their ambitions for the future.

The Mayor heard about their plans and offered words of encouragement, reminding students that there’s more than one route to where you want to go.

And if your results weren’t quite what you hoped for, fear not. Keep exploring, keep believing and remember – your future is yours to shape.

A huge well done to everyone collecting their results today, and best of luck for whatever comes next! 👏