The mayors of the West Midlands and East Midlands have signed a formal agreement to collaborate on economic growth, infrastructure, and investment. The West and East Midlands Compact, launched at the Manufacturing Technology Centre in Coventry, aims to strengthen industries, attract investment, improve transport, boost research, and provide regional leadership.
The partnership aligns the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA), covering a £132.6bn economy with over 147,000 businesses and 5.2 million residents.
The agreement signals a push for regional economic cooperation to secure funding, enhance supply chains, and drive innovation. The mayors emphasised that a united approach would support job creation, business expansion, and long-term infrastructure improvements.
