The West Midlands mayoral race is heating up with Andy Street hoping for re-election. Street promises to focus on creating jobs, improving transport, and expanding affordable housing.

Challenging him is Richard Parker of the Labour party. Parker accuses Tory leadership of hindering the region's progress and commits to combating low pay, rogue landlords, crime, and pushing for a publicly controlled transport system.

Representing the Lib Dems, Sunny Virk claims many in the region feel poorer under current leadership. Virk advocates for affordable homes as well as the need for reliable public transport.

Green Party candidate, Siobhan Harper-Nunes, with two decades of charity work under her belt, focuses on serving disadvantaged communities and accelerating action on climate change.

The election, just under two months away, is anticipated to have a substantial impact on the future direction of the West Midlands.