Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin Councils could join the West Midlands Combined Authority in a 'super-region' as it looks to complete drastic new expansion plans.
Both councils have been sounded out by the combined authority, which is led by the West Midlands' Conservative Mayor, Andy Street, over potentially joining the organisation.
It is understood that as well as Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin, Warwickshire has also been sounded out over future membership. Shropshire Council's Conservative leader, Councillor Lezley Picton, said that informal discussions had taken place with Mr Street over the WMCA's future plans. “We are now considering how Shropshire can get the best for its residents and businesses and a number of potential options that could succeed the Marches LEP or open up devolution deals are being explored. This includes looking at a variety of options with our neighbours, as well as the WMCA.
Telford & Wrekin Council's Labour leader, Councillor Shaun Davies said they had spoken to the WMCA about future partnerships. "So we have sought to understand from the combined authority, their appetite for future partnership working.
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