Joga Singh, Central Region Market Leader and Market Senior Partner at PwC UK, said:
“The pace and scale of devolution is significant, and for the West Midlands it creates a real opportunity to put more decisions and investment in local hands. The £285mn Good Growth Funds and £1.5bn mayoral financing facility, alongside investment in the Black Country Metro extension, £10m for Stafford Market Hall and an SME business incubation hub, demonstrate the scale of that ambition.
“But greater powers need to be matched by the capability, collaboration and insight to be able to deliver, particularly across the Midlands with its diverse mix of businesses, from entrepreneurs and SMEs to major employers. The £150m investment in building capacity and capability across strategic authorities recognises that challenge. Ultimately, success will be measured by whether greater local control translates into investment, skilled jobs and stronger growth for businesses and communities across the region.”
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