08 Sep 2026
UPDATED: Opportunity for Black Country residents to speak to Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands
Residents of the Black Country will get the chance to ask Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, any questions they may have about his policies and priorities.
The next Ask the Mayor Anything event is set for Wednesday 16 September, from 6.00pm to 7.30pm at Sandwell College, Spon Lane, West Bromwich, B70 6AW.
Places are free, but people are encouraged to book using Eventbrite to guarantee their place.
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands
The Mayor said: “I’ve set out my priorities for the region, but it’s vital that I listen to residents to make sure I stay focused on what matters most to them.
“I’m looking forward to talking to the people of the Black Country about how we’re delivering more social homes, improving bus services, opening-up job opportunities and tackling youth unemployment head-on.
“I also want to understand the community’s concerns, answer their questions, and make sure their views help shape the work that me and my team do.”
Contact Information
WMCA Media Team
media@wmca.org.uk
About the West Midlands Combined Authority
Led by the Mayor of the West Midlands, the WMCA brings together 18 local councils to oversee the transfer of powers and funding from Whitehall to the West Midlands.
The WMCA is putting these new powers from government back where they belong, in local hands, bringing the region together to build a healthier, happier, better connected and more prosperous West Midlands.
Billions of pounds are being invested by the WMCA to improve the region’s transport network, transform its derelict industrial land into new homes and workplaces, support existing businesses and help grow the innovative, green industries of the future.
At the heart of this vision is a strong economy that is both green and inclusive, one that supports the region’s ambition to be net zero carbon by 2041 and offers everyone the opportunity of a good quality, affordable home and the skills needed for a worthwhile job.
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