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Category: UK
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Aerial photos reveal extensive land damage as IAS tent derig begins
EXCLUSIVE: Newly obtained drone footage from the Church of Scientology’s UK headquarters near East Grinstead reveals extensive damage to the surrounding countryside following last month’s annual IAS event, despite being situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
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On this day: Scientology rejected by the Charity Commission, 26 years on
On this day 26 years ago, the UK Charity Commission rejected Scientology’s application for charity status, concluding it “does not benefit the public.” The ruling dealt a major blow for Scientology in their efforts to claim legitimacy through government recognition and juxtaposed their success with gaining IRS tax exemption in the United States 8 years…
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East Grinstead Mayor skips IAS event, but set to switch on Scientology HQ Christmas lights
The Mayor of East Grinstead, John Belsey, has confirmed he will be turning on the Christmas lights at a lavish ceremony at the Church of Scientology’s UK headquarters later this month despite backlash from local residents over the disruption such events cause to the local community.
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Scientology claim “3,500 people” attended Saint Hill bonfire night celebrations, but photos tell a different story
Yesterday the Church of Scientology hosted an annual bonfire night celebration at their UK headquarters near East Grinstead, claiming an attendance of 3,500 parishioners and local residents, but photos released of the event paint a different picture.
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There are so many Scientologists London might have to put on TWO coaches for this weekend’s IAS event!
The Church of Scientology claims to have millions of members worldwide and over 100,000 in the UK.. But a post shared by London Org’s Executive Director paints a very different picture…
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Scientology sends protestors “final warning” ahead of IAS event demonstration
The Church of Scientology have issued protestors a “final warning” in a desperate attempt to shut down a demonstration planned to coincide with their annual UK gathering.
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Scientology pave over field ahead of next week’s IAS event, despite Council and environmental concerns
The Church of Scientology have paved over approximately 7 acres of agricultural farmland in order to serve as a car park for their upcoming IAS event, despite environmental concerns and lacking permission from the local authority.
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Jive Aces cancel show to attend annual Scientology bash
Scientology band The Jive Aces have cancelled a show in order to attend the annual gathering of the International Association of Scientologists (IAS) next week, with the venue offering full ticket refunds.
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Scientology’s greatest gathering: Just 2,000 people expected to attend this year’s IAS event
EXCLUSIVE: An inside source has confirmed this year’s gathering of the International Association of Scientologists (IAS) is set to be the smallest yet, with just 2,000 people on the invite list.
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Angry locals weigh in on plans to redevelop Scientology UK headquarters
Local residents and frequent visitors to East Grinstead have hit back against Scientology’s plans for a major redevelopment of their Saint Hill compound amid a battle for permission submitted by the controversial Church.
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