Chaired by Caroline Alexander, Chief Nurse for London, NHS England, this national conference focuses on delivering ‘Compassion in Practice’ the CNO’s 3 Year Strategy for Nursing, Midwifery and Care Staff which outlines the 6Cs for Nursing: Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment. The conference, with an opening address from Juliet Beal, Director of Nursing for Quality Improvement and Care at NHS England, will look at how the 6C’s align with the recommendations from the Francis report, and will provide practical guidance for implementing the 6Cs and monitoring progress to ensure the delivery of high quality compassionate nursing care.