Richard Parker

Enjoyed my latest ‘Ask the Mayor’ event. Took questions across a whole range of topics that affect the region, asked by those with differing opinions. It’s important we have these sessions, for t...

Come on! https://t.co/EYofxAYgYj

Visited Wolverhampton to speak with senior leaders from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Answering their questions and making the case for even more regeneration in this ...

Last year, Claire Ward and I set out our vision for the Midlands Compact. To power UK growth through the combined strengths and expertise of our regions. Yesterday we brought together leaders from...

@RoyKyffin Taken when I took the Japanese Ambassador to the Black Country Living Museum. https://t.co/1yJGKTeWFz

Happy Black Country Day! Today we celebrate our history and heritage. It’s a priority of mine to deliver our future. https://t.co/ptRkWq8vRO

My message at the recent EU Citizens' Gathering was a simple one. One I genuinely believe. Our relationships define who we are. I don't believe the future of the West Midlands lies in putting up ...

A goal made in the Midlands!

Really enjoyed visiting the new Sandwell College Health Care Skills Hub at The Learning Campus. It’s going to help people build careers in a sector that's in need of talented people. What really s...

I recently spoke at the Vision Zero Conference about something that affects every community in the West Midlands: road safety. Everyone should feel safe using our roads. And every parent should fe...

Turns out the secret to a good steak is plenty of butter, salt and rosemary. I learnt that from the chef during a visit to UCB's Chelmsley Starters this week. Thankfully, he's a good teacher. Very...

Gorgeous day in Coventry. Spent some time with Mary Creagh at Lake View Park launching the new West Midlands Nature Investment Hub. Perfect location for it. It's a really practical idea. Bringing...

Recently unveiled a new partnership that will help unlock more than £200 million of investment for the West Midlands. I had the chance to catch up with Lord Vallance afterwards. We both agreed on ...

I was invited to speak at the Birmingham Disability Festival, today. This festival is important. It shines a light on the barriers disabled people still face, whether they're visible or invisible...

Not just met. Targets smashed. In some cases delivering double or treble those targets set by government. We’re now a region ready for more power and more devolution. But crucially we’re changing...

Beautiful day in Coventry. Important meeting with Council Leader, and good friend, George Duggins. Then a quick stop in the Herbert Museum’s café. The sun is out and the sky is blue. https://t.co/Q...

The shooting of this teenage boy is deeply shocking. My thoughts are with him, his family and the wider community in Alum Rock at this difficult time. There is no place for such violence or weap...

I watched the game tonight with Coventry City - not an easy win, but a fantastic result. Well done Kane. Well done England. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Mexico here we come! https://t.co/K2LCddJLNi

I'm looking forward to this. One of the most important parts of my job is listening. Hearing what's working, what isn't, and what you think we should be doing differently. So come along to my nex...

Really pleased to see more support being made available for businesses willing to take on young people. From today, a new £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant. A big help. Getting that first job is often the ...