UK politicians on Scientology: quotes from the Hansard Archive
In light of Scientology’s recent move to ban protestors outside their UK headquarters, here are a selection of excerpts from the Parliamentary archive where politicians raise concerns about their activities.
Document reveals extensive Scientology intelligence gathering operation against UK officials
EXCLUSIVE – Leaked internal documents from Scientology’s ‘Office of Special Affairs’ (OSA) reveal Church officials engaged in an extensive intelligence-gathering operation against dozens of UK politicians and civil servants in an effort to establish who might be considered a ‘threat’ to the controversial organisation.
Scientology fights back after facing eviction in Ireland
The Church of Scientology Dublin, which recently came under fire for reportedly exploiting vulnerable asylum seekers, has taken 14 cases to Ireland’s rental watchdog after it received termination notices from the landlord of properties used to house staff.
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.
Christmas preparations begin at Saint Hill amid mass recruitment campaign
Last year, we reported the East Grinstead Town Mayor attended Scientology’s UK headquarters to turn on their Christmas lights at a lavish ceremony outside the notorious Saint Hill Castle. Insiders tell us that preparations have once again begun for the 2024 [continue reading…]
Dublin Org is failing, Scientology stats show
Scientology’s Dublin ‘Ideal Org’ is celebrating it’s seventh anniversary and a leaked message sent to parishioners paints a dire picture for what they describe as the ‘world’s fastest growing religion’.
Anne Boleyn’s Hever Castle to kick off 2024 Scientology IAS event with fundraising dinner
An extravagant Tudor castle once home to Henry VIII’s ill-fated wife Anne Boleyn is due to kick off this year’s International Association of Scientologists (IAS) event, despite controversy around the group’s abusive practices, fraudulent activity and attempts to silence protestors.
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
Met Police demands removal of logo from Scientology ‘Drug Free World’ website
The Metropolitan Police and several American law enforcement agencies have issued warnings to the Church of Scientology after their logos appeared without permission on ‘Foundation for a Drug Free World’ website, claiming endorsement. Andrea Beaumont reports.