Calls for Increased Rail Services as New West Midlands Stations Prepare to Open Tuesday, January 20, 2026 westmidlands railservices connectivity wmca wmre publictransport economicgrowth railwaystations urbantransport infrastructure sport Leaders across the West Midlands are calling for an expansion of rail services to enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth in the region. This appeal comes as new stations in Birmingham and beyond are set to open, … Read More
Dramatic Edgbaston Stadium Transformation Takes Major Leap Forward Wednesday, December 17, 2025 edgbaston stadium cricket redevelopment radisson hotel warwickshire ashes birmingham wmca sport The transformation of Edgbaston Stadium has reached an exciting milestone with the start of demolition on the historic Raglan and Priory Stands. This marks the next phase of the ambitious £46 million Masterplan redevelopment … Read More
'Important moment' - West Midlands Transport Budget Deficit Largely Closed Wednesday, November 19, 2025 westmidlands transport budget finance wmca deficit levy metro localauthorities funding The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has made significant progress in addressing a major budget shortfall in its transport network funding. Originally projected to be nearly £120 million for the 2026/27 fiscal year, … Read More
Midland Metro Approves Fare Increase to Secure Financial Sustainability Tuesday, November 18, 2025 midlandmetro fareincrease westmidlands tram transport wmca publictransport sustainability ticketprices concessions sport The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board has approved a fare increase for the Midland Metro tram service, citing the need to maintain the network’s financial sustainability. Tram fares have remained comparatively low … Read More