Mayor Appoints 50+ Experts to Tackle Key Priorities

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Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, has taken a bold step towards transforming lives in the region by appointing over 50 experts from various sectors to assist him in this mission. These experts will form four dedicated taskforces focusing on the key priorities of Growth, Jobs, Homes, and Journeys for Everyone.

The Growth Taskforce recently held its inaugural meeting at the West Midlands Combined Authority office in Birmingham. Members deliberated on strategies to drive growth while ensuring environmental sustainability, supporting businesses, promoting innovation, and ensuring equitable distribution of growth benefits across all communities.

The Journeys Taskforce aims to improve transport connectivity, making it safer, easier, and more affordable for all residents in the West Midlands. On the other hand, the Jobs Taskforce will concentrate on investing in skills training, reducing youth unemployment, and creating opportunities for well-paying jobs for everyone.

Meanwhile, the Homes Taskforce will focus on increasing the construction of social and affordable housing, as well as developing vibrant new communities to ensure that every individual in the region has a place to call home.

Mayor Richard Parker expressed his commitment to the well-being of West Midlands residents, stating, “My mission is simple: jobs, homes, growth, and journeys for everyone in the West Midlands. My priorities aim to bring about positive changes that will enhance people’s lives and foster thriving communities.”

He continued, “These taskforces have been established to harness the collective expertise of the brightest minds in the region to address our most pressing challenges and translate my vision into actionable solutions that will have a lasting impact. With the collaboration of these experts, we are poised to build a brighter future for all residents of the West Midlands.”

The primary role of the taskforces is to provide expert advice, challenge existing approaches, and propose innovative solutions in alignment with the Mayor’s priorities. The members comprise professionals from diverse fields such as business, education, healthcare, and community organisations, who will collaborate to shape strategies and lead projects that drive meaningful change.

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