'It's a step change' – West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker hails new relationship with Prime Minister
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West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker hailed the potential for a "step change" as he met Sir Keir Starmer in Downing Street.
He and other mayors spoke of a new relationship with the Government after Sir Keir said he would strive to build a "real partnership" with the English leaders.