The BBC is to pump millions of pounds more each year in the West Midlands as part of a major expansion plan that director-general Tim Davie said would boost the area's creative sector and create opportunities for local people.

A second memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed with the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and Create Central on Thursday (September 11).

It means network television production spend by the BBC in the region will go from £24 million to £40 million by the end of 2027.

Previously, the BBC has transferred its regional Midlands HQ to the new Tea Factory site in Digbeth, along with relocating a number of TV productions there.

The MOU also means the WMCA is committed to invested a minimum of £5 million per year in creative industries infrastructure from now

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