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West Midlands: setting out a revival plan for prosperity

Matthew Lowe Policy Adviser, Midlands

In advance of the mayoral election, the CBI is setting out how the mayor can drive regional recovery and enable businesses to thrive.

25 Feb 2021, 3 min read

The West Midlands region is one of the largest networks of urban communities outside of the capital and is home to over 4 million people. Its central location places it at the heart of the UK’s transport network and firmly positions the region as a dynamic and ambitious place to live and work.

The region is not without its challenges. It has a higher-than-average unemployment rate of 5.5% compared to 4% for the UK, and overall deprivation is high with 34.5% of local

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