Honouring Nurses at Westminster Abbey: EWS Attend Florence Nightingale Commemoration

On International Nurses Day 2025, Ethical Workforce Solutions was honoured to attend the Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service at Westminster Abbey — a national celebration of the legacy, compassion, and contribution of nurses past and present.

Representing the team at this special event were Ashley Nelson (Managing Director) and Nettie Thomas (Director of Learning and Development), who joined fellow healthcare professionals from across the UK to mark the occasion.

Hosted by the Florence Nightingale Foundation, this annual service is a deeply moving moment in the healthcare calendar. Set within the historic halls of Westminster Abbey, the ceremony reflects on the history of nursing and midwifery, while shining a light on the challenges, resilience, and achievements of those working on the front line today.

“Attending this national service was a truly humbling experience,” said Nettie Thomas.
“Nurses are the heart of healthcare, not just in hospitals, but in every part of our communities. On International Nurses Day, it’s an honour to stand alongside colleagues to celebrate their dedication and to renew our commitment to supporting them in meaningful and ethical ways.”

Celebrating International Nurses Day

International Nurses Day is a time to recognise the unwavering commitment, compassion, and clinical skill of nurses across the UK and beyond. At EWS, we’re proud to support nurses at every stage of their careers — from newly qualified practitioners to experienced clinical leads — through our CPD-accredited training and bespoke healthcare consultancy.

Whether it’s through clinical upskilling, trauma-informed training, or our flagship ‘Experiencing Dementia’ course, we’re committed to delivering meaningful, supportive education that enhances care outcomes and respects the real-world challenges of the sector.

Supporting Nurses, Carers & Clinical Staff Across the UK

As the demand for skilled, ethical care continues to grow, Ethical Workforce Solutions remains focused on supporting the wellbeing, career progression and impact of nursing professionals in:

• Health & social care
• Community nursing
• NHS trusts and councils
• Residential care services
• Voluntary & private healthcare providers

 

With training centres in Colwyn Bay, Salford and Ellesmere Port, and a growing national presence, we’re proud to champion the values of respect, compassion, and continual learning in healthcare.

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📣 To all nurses — thank you. You are the heart of healthcare.
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