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Evaluation of QNIS CAN programme published

The QNIS programme generated statistically significant increases in compassion satisfaction, self-awareness, and knowledge.

7 September 2026

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QNIS attends the Royal Garden Party

1 July 2026

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QNIS secures new funding award from Burdett Trust for Nursing

30 June 2026

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Celebrating the first Queen’s Nurse Leadership 1 cohorts

17 June 2026

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QNIS visits Tyninghame House Open Garden Day

21 May 2026

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Shetland visit celebrates and supports community nursing

30 April 2026

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Sunshine, stories and song: A joyful gathering in Pitlochry

29 April 2026

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Royal reception to mark a special centenary

22 April 2026

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Queen’s Nurses running for QNIS

19 March 2026

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QNIS invited to a celebration of carers at Windsor Castle

20 February 2026

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QNIS Annual Review 2025 published

5 February 2026

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QNIS celebrates Long Service awards

10 December 2025

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Congratulations to the 2025 Queen's Nurse cohort

1 December 2025

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