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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 08/10/2026

We are honoured and proud to announce that we have been nominated in the Black History Month Recognition event 2026. Our Company focus is on supporting and promoting the nursing profession - recognising the nursing legacy from the past, to inform our present and the future for the profession.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 02/10/2026

On Tues 29 September the Master and over twenty members of the Worshipful Company of Nurses attended Common Hall for the election of the new Lord Mayor of London-a tradition that stretches back more than 800 years. A proud moment for the Company, and a reminder that representation shapes influence.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 02/10/2026

Thursday 25 September The Master, IPM and Chair of the Company of Nurses Charity Trust (CNCT) and Lizzie Clarke, Assistant Secretary to the CNCT Board of Trustees attended a tea party at The House of Lords. This was the Cavell Annual event where we heard about their three year strategy.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 02/10/2026

Wednesday 16 September: The Master attended a lecture and dinner hosted by the Worshipful Company of Actuaries at the splendid Staple Inn Hall. The speaker was Bobby Seagull - a very interesting and amusing talk!

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 02/10/2026

On Wednesday 23 September, two teams from the Company competed in a quiz held in aid of City Giving Day. There were many teams competing entered at a variety of locations around the City . One of our teams won the venue competition !

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 08/08/2026

Master, Christine Anderson was invited with other Livery companies to the Pudsey party celebrating having raised over £55000 and visiting every dock in the country. Livery Companies were invited as one of the crew is a Past Master Needlemaker

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 05/08/2026

21 July - The Master, with Julia Mingay representing the Worshipful Company of Nurses Charity, joined the City and St George’s University Awards ceremony to present the Worshipful Company of Nurses Charity Awards-to 3 nurses for outstanding academic achievement in their final dissertation.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 05/08/2026

On July 15 we welcomed three Apprentices: Amir is in his final placement of Adult Nursing at Kings Nadia Shaaban - is starting her 2nd Year of a Masters Degree at City St George’s Ryan Williamson-has just completed his final placement of a Masters Degree at Canterbury Christchurch.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 11/07/2026

The Master and her Consort attended the 400th Anniversary of the Worshipful Company of Upholders first Letters Patent granted by King Charles 1. The original was lost so a new one was unveiled at Guildhall. Also the Circle of Life was unveiled for the first time.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 07/07/2026

A small group of us attended a fascinating lecture given by Sir Chris Whitty who spoke about the history and effects of infection and its impact on surgery through the ages until present time. Thanks to the Worshipful Company of Barbers for inviting us.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 25/06/2026

Yesterday, The Master, Christine Anderson and 20 Liverymen of the Company joined other Liverymen at Common Hall, Guildhall: the twice yearly election assembly for the City of London. Afterwards the group joined with other Livery Companies for a friendly lunch at Innholders’ Hall.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 21/06/2026

Day 3 - the Company visited the Belgian Senate. This was the building in which the Court Marshall trial of Edith Cavell took place. There is a plaque commemorating those who were tried and executed in the Senate during the Great War 1914-1919.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 21/06/2026

This morning the Company visited the Belgian Senate. This was the building in which the trial of Edith Cavell took place. There is a plaque commemorating those who were tried and executed in the Senate during the Great War 1914-1919.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 18/06/2026

The final and poignant visit of the second day was the site of the shooting range cemetery where Edith Cavell was executed. The Master laid a wreath on behalf of the Company.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 18/06/2026

On day 2 the Company then travelled to Brussels. They visited the School of Nursing where Edith Cavell was the Matron at the first school of nursing in Belgium. The Company visited the prison where Edith Cavell spent her last 10 weeks.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 18/06/2026

Day 2 of the Anniversary visit to Belgium - the Brandhoek New Military Cemetery to lay a wreath at the grave of Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse. The Company then visited the Tyne Cot cemetery which is located near the village of Passchendaele, the world's largest Commonwealth War Graves site.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 17/06/2026

The Company attended the evening ceremony at the Menin Gate, a war memorial in Ypres dedicated to the soldiers who were killed in WW1 and whose graves are unknown. Every evening the Last Post is sounded. It was a privilege to attend this ceremony. The Master laid a wreath on behalf of all nurses.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 17/06/2026

As part of our 10 year celebrations members of the Company travelled to Belgium to visit sites associated with Edith Cavell. The tour members of the Company visited Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery, WW1 burial ground. The Master paid respects at the grave of Staff Nurse Spindler killed by shrapnel.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 31/05/2026

Members of the Company have held special Tea4Ten meetings to celebrate the 10 year Anniversary of the Company!

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 23/05/2026

The Master and Clerk attended the “Oiling of the Gates” at Temple Bar. Members of the Honourable Artillery Company’s Pikemen and Musketeers lined up for the occasion, alongside representatives of City livery companies. The "Oiling of the Gates" is an historic ceremonial event in the City of London.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 20/05/2026

The Master and her Consort attended the annual educational event about eye health presented by The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers. Thank you to the Spectacle Makers for an excellent, informative evening #spectaclemakers #cityoflondon

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 17/05/2026

Several of us were fortunate to attend The Florence Nightingale Foundation Service at Westminster Abbey. An extremely moving ceremony as always.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 14/05/2026

The Company was represented at the Post Big Curry Lunch Reception held at Carpenters' Hall where The Lady Mayor Dame Susan Langley announced the grand total raised at this year’s Big Curry Lunch of just over £400,000. Members of the Company supported this event this year as volunteer stewards.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 11/05/2026

The Master and Masters Chaplain joined fellow members of the Company today at the church and graveside of Florence Nightingale

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 08/05/2026

The Master, guests and members of the Company enjoyed the wonderful surroundings of Vintners’ Hall for the Anniversary Banquet. #cityoflondon #vintners’hall

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 28/04/2026

Four Freemen of the Company attended a ceremony on 27 April where they all obtained Freedom of the City of London as Citizens and Nurses. This ancient tradition granted Freemen certain privileges and the right to trade in the City. Congratulations!

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 18/04/2026

Fabulous, interesting and informative tour of Middle Temple followed by lunch in the magnificent Hall. Members of the Company and guests.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 18/04/2026

21 members of the Company volunteered today at the Lady Mayor’s Big Curry Lunch in Guildhall. This is our contribution to one of the biggest fundraising efforts in aid of the Army Benevolent Fund for military veterans.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 13/04/2026

We’re excited to announce the launch of a new closed Facebook group for members of the Worshipful Company of Nurses - the Professional Nursing Network. This exclusive online space has been created to bring the Company’s nursing community together - wherever you live and whatever your speciality.

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 25/03/2026

A fantastic evening at Guildhall on 24 March for the Worshipful Company of Nurses’ Freedom and Livery Ceremony. We were delighted to admit 10 new Freemen and welcome 8 to the Livery-congratulations to all on this important milestone! We were joined by the Master of #worshipfulcompanyofeducators).

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 27/02/2026

A wonderful celebration lunch at Bakers’ Hall for the 10 year anniversary-from Guild to Livery!

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companyofnurses.bsky.social @companyofnurses.co.uk · 09/02/2026

🎉Celebrating 10 years of supporting nurses past, present and future. For a decade, the Guild initially, and latterly the Worshipful Company of Nurses, has championed education, fellowship and professional pride in nursing. Thanks to everyone supporting this journey!

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