Nurses have been praised for putting others before themselves “even in the face of death” as their contribution amid the pandemic was recognised at Westminster Abbey.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and actress Helena Bonham Carter, who is a descendant of healthcare pioneer Florence Nightingale, gave readings during the service.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock and shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth were also among the socially distanced congregation of 60 people, and the event was live streamed.
Matt Hancock and Boris Johnson (Victoria Jones/PA)
Giving an address, the Bishop of London, Dame Sarah Mullally, said: “Over the last year nurses, midwives and health visitors across the world have been a sign of hope.