Corruption Featured Government News UK

East Grinstead Mayor switched on Saint Hill lights despite backlash from local residents

The Mayor of East Grinstead, Steve Ody, attended the Church of Scientology’s Saint Hill headquarters in November in an official capacity to turn on their Christmas lights at an elaborate ceremony attended by their parishioners; despite previous criticism from residents and the national press.

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Struggling Scientology school seeks financial support from parents

A private Scientology school in Sussex, which lost its ability to sponsor visas for international students earlier this year, has appealed to parents to donate money in a desperate attempt to rescue the charity from financial hardship.

Featured Government IAS Event News UK

Scientology ordered to remove 130ft ‘unauthorised structures’ opposite UK headquarters

The Church of Scientology are up in arms after being told to remove 130ft (40m) of hedge and concealed fencing erected on public land opposite their East Grinstead headquarters in an attempt to disrupt protestors.

Featured Government UK

Scientology’s failed bid for UK charity status: 25 years on

25 years ago today, the Church of Scientology were rejected tax exemption by the United Kingdom’s Charity Commission. To mark the occasion, we revisit the 49-page ruling and comment on how it has impacted Scientology’s UK operations over the last 25 years.

COSRECI Featured IAS Event News UK

Scientology issued Planning Contravention Notice ahead of Saint Hill gala

The Church of Scientology have been issued a warning by Mid Sussex District Council after erecting a huge marquee without planning permission ahead of this weekend’s IAS anniversary event

Featured IAS Event News UK

Scientology files for protest ban ahead of major East Grinstead event

A group of whistleblowers are fighting for their right to protest later this month after Scientology filed for a ban on demonstrations outside their UK headquarters

Featured IAS Event News UK

IAS Event 2024: the Saint Hill marquee is under construction

Scientology’s famous IAS tent is officially under construction, meaning we are just weeks away from what they call ‘the greatest gathering of Scientologists’. Over the weekend, we received confirmation from several East Grinstead locals that increased activity had been noted around [continue reading…]

Europe Featured News

French government issues warning amid Scientology Olympics distribution campaign

Scientology’s plan to distribute a million ‘Truth About Drugs’ leaflets during the Paris 2024 Olympics has been met with fierce opposition by the French Government, who this weekend issued a statement warning the public against accepting the leaflets. Miviludes, the government [continue reading…]

Featured News UK

Scientology’s 2024 Patrons Ball expected to rake in $1.25 million in ticket sales alone

The Church of Scientology have begun preparations for the return of its annual International Association of Scientologists (IAS) event later this year, with Scientologists invited to purchase tickets for $1,000 to attend their ‘Patrons Ball’. A seating plan leaked to Scientology Business reveals the event is expected to generate $1.25 million in ticket sales alone.

Europe Featured Ideal Orgs

EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Inner Circle at Scientology’s new Paris HQ

Last week, Scientologists from across Europe gathered to celebrate the opening of their latest ‘Ideal Org’ in Paris, France. Despite Police enforcing tight restrictions and Scientology’s best efforts to clear the area of protestors, Scientology Business journalist Callum Clark secured a spot and reports from inside the production team’s inner circle.