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Nirmal, owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City, has been nominated for the Community Culture Award at the One Welwyn Hatfield Community Awards 2026.

The ceremony takes place tomorrow evening (Thursday 26th February 2026), when the winner will be revealed.

For Nirmal, this nomination is not about trophies. It reflects years of supporting local businesses across Welwyn Garden City and the wider Welwyn Hatfield area. Over the last few years, Nirmal has hosted several cultural events in the area which have supported local communities in coming together to celebrate things like Diwali (Festival of Light) and Holi (Festival of Colour). Not only do these events bring together local communities but also support other local businesses in showcasing the very best of what they offer too.


More Than Just Bookkeeping

When you run a small business, your numbers matter. Cash flow matters. Deadlines matter. Compliance matters.

But so does having someone you trust.

Nirmal works closely with:

• Sole traders
• Contractors
• Limited companies
• Growing local SMEs

Services include VAT returns, payroll, CIS returns, and regular management reporting and more importantly, Making Tax Digital. The work is detailed and precise. Yet the approach is personal.

Clients often say they feel calmer once their bookkeeping is under control. They understand their figures. They know where they stand. That clarity changes how you run your business.


Why This Nomination Means So Much

The Community Culture Award recognises individuals who strengthen the local business environment. It celebrates people who contribute to the wider community, not just their own success.

Small businesses make up 99.9 percent of the UK business population. In Welwyn Garden City, they support local jobs, families, and high streets. When those businesses are financially organised, the whole community benefits.

Nirmal has built strong relationships with local trades, retailers, and professional services. She attends events. She supports networking groups. She takes time to explain things properly. That consistency builds trust.


Tomorrow’s Awards Ceremony

Tomorrow evening will bring together finalists from across Welwyn Hatfield. It will be a celebration of people who give their time, skills, and energy to their community.

Whatever the result, being shortlisted is already an achievement. It recognises dedication, reliability, and genuine care for local businesses.

If you are a business owner in Welwyn Garden City, this nomination should give you confidence. You are working with someone who is not only qualified and experienced but also recognised for her contribution to the local community.

Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City continues to support businesses with practical, compliant bookkeeping. And tomorrow, the community gathers to celebrate that commitment.

All the best Nirmal, we look forward to celebrating your success so far!


Looking for a bookkeeper?

For any local trades, SME’s, businesses and local accountants looking for award-winning bookkeeping, MTD services, HMRC Compliance and general financial administration- speak to Nirmal today for a free 15- minute business health check. Call Nirmal on 07940 001375 and or visit online and enquire https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/garden-city/.

Hanaa Raydan from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley picked up the coveted Rookie of the Year award for her exceptional first year in business at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Hanaa Raydan from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In her first year in business, Hanaa made key strides through achieving key qualifications that allowed her to provide exceedingly excellent services to her clients through a range of vital services, including help using software like Xero and QuickBooks to work towards targets around Making Tax Digital and meeting crucial deadlines in the bookkeeping calendar.

Raising awareness of her business and brand in the local area through focused marketing efforts, alongside making space for her family and personal commitments, Hanaa has seen great success.

“[For the] first year, I prioritised the franchise and tried to dedicate my time and concentration on the business to be seen,” she says.

This has paid dividends to Hanaa’s visibility within her community as she has found that Rosemary has become a growing name in her area.

“I found that my biggest success is that most of my clients were calling me Rosemary, which made me feel I did succeed in making the franchise seen and remembered.”

Hanaa says her other successes and greatest pride have been in helping clients and supporting them in managing deadlines, all while connecting with her community and owning a business that allows her to be flexible in work.

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, adds:

“Hanaa has hit the ground running in her first year, showing remarkable dedication to hunting out potential clients and getting them over the line to achieve some great progress towards her growth!”


Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Wembley and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Hanaa on 0208 5750286 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Grant Dye from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Kent and Isle of Sheppey picked up a prestigious growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Grant Dye from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Kent and the Isle of Sheppey, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2024, Grant made key strides in his business development through providing consistently excellent services to his clients through a range of vital services, including help using software like Xero and QuickBooks to work towards targets around Making Tax Digital and meeting crucial deadlines in the bookkeeping calendar. Delivering a valued service to his clients across the region has allowed Grant to exceed targets for his business.

Congratulations!

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Grant’s commitment and steady performance have seen him hit the £50k milestone, a testament to his professionalism and client dedication.”


Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in North Kent, Isle of Sheppey and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Grant on 07970 696391 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Goska Dabrowski from Rosemary Bookkeeping Bournemouth picked up a prestigious growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Goska Dabrowski from Rosemary Bookkeeping Bournemouth, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2024, Goska made key strides in her business development through restructuring, focusing on investing in her team development, allowing her to evolve her marketing efforts to grow her customer base across the region. Expanding her team and sharing the word about her expertise and dedicated services helped her to exceed targets for her business.

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Goska’s continued growth has been fuelled by her smart investment in marketing talent, helping her exceed £65k and build strong momentum for the future.


Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Bournemouth and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Goska on 01202 251647 or 07778 286458 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Fiona Perks from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wyre Forest picked up a second consecutive Growth award and the title of Franchisee of the Year at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Fiona Perks from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wyre Forest, who won an award for significant business growth last year. This adds to Fiona’s trophy cabinet, as she also took home a growth award from last year’s Spring Forum.

But this year, she also went the extra mile, with her accomplishments in the last 12 months gaining her the prestigious title of Franchisee of the Year.

In 2024, Fiona made key strides in her business development through restructuring to be more manager-operated. Expanding her team and allowing her clients to benefit from more dedicated expertise, while she could focus on implementing plans for strategic growth, helped her to exceed £100,000!

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Fiona has impressively surpassed the £100k milestone in 2024, driven by her strategic shift to a more manager-led model—a bold move that’s clearly paying off. She has truly set the standard in 2024, combining strategic innovation & strong results to earn the well-deserved title of Franchisee of the Year.”


Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Wyre Forest and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Fiona on 07421 703891 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Fiona Perks from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wyre Forest picked up the coveted Growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping held its annual spring forum recently, allowing business owners from across the UK to get together and discuss key successes and ways to overcome shared obstacles – topped off with a spot of afternoon tea!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2023.

This included Fiona Perks from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wyre Forest, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2023, Fiona’s development through key initiatives helped her to grow by over £30,000!

Yasmin Chaudhari, Marketing Manager for Rosemary Bookkeeping said:

“It’s great to see the network reach new heights and push the boundaries on what their investment is capable of. A huge congratulations again to all our award winners; I can’t wait to see what the next year brings us and see some new faces on the orange carpet.”


Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Wyre Forest and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Fiona on 07421 703891 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Sarah Connop from Rosemary Bookkeeping Shrewsbury and Telford picked up the coveted Growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping held its annual spring forum recently, allowing business owners from across the UK to get together and discuss key successes and ways to overcome shared obstacles – topped off with a spot of afternoon tea!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2023.

This included Sarah Connop from Rosemary Bookkeeping Shrewsbury and Telford, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

Sarah’s development through key initiatives helped her to grow by over £20,000 in a single year!

Yasmin Chaudhari, Marketing Manager for Rosemary Bookkeeping added:

“It’s great to see the network reach new heights and push the boundaries on what their investment is capable of.”

“A huge congratulations again to all our award winners; I can’t wait to see what the next year brings us and see some new faces on the orange carpet.”


Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Shrewsbury, Telford and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Sarah on 01743 650687 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.