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  • Preparations underway ahead of annual IAS event
    IAS Event

    Preparations underway ahead of annual IAS event

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    October 10, 2026
  • East Grinstead Mayor rejects Scientology event invites, breaking 3-year tradition
    Government, UK

    East Grinstead Mayor rejects Scientology event invites, breaking 3-year tradition

  • Scientology protest announced ahead of annual IAS gathering
    IAS Event

    Scientology protest announced ahead of annual IAS gathering



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SCIENTOLOGY NEWS

  • High-profile ex-Scientologists to gather for HowdyCon conference this weekend
    News

    High-profile ex-Scientologists to gather for HowdyCon conference this weekend

    by

    Scientology Business Team
    September 17, 2026
  • It’s that time of year again! Scientology erect mammoth marquee ahead of annual East Grinstead bash
    IAS Event, UK

    It’s that time of year again! Scientology erect mammoth marquee ahead of annual East Grinstead bash

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    September 10, 2026
  • Inquiry into safeguarding in faith communities seeks input from survivors
    Government, UK

    Inquiry into safeguarding in faith communities seeks input from survivors

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    September 4, 2026

RECENT SCIENTOLOGY BUSINESS ARTICLES

  • 5 Oct 2023

    The tent is going up: Boots on the ground at Scientology’s HQ ahead of IAS event

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    IAS Event, News
    The tent is going up: Boots on the ground at Scientology’s HQ ahead of IAS event

    Scientology’s UK headquarters at Saint Hill near East Grinstead is a hive of activity ahead of its forthcoming IAS event next month. Our eagle-eyed readers are keeping us informed with daily updates of what’s happening on… Continue reading…


  • 4 Oct 2023

    Boots on the ground: What the November IAS event means for Scientology and David Miscavige

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    IAS Event, News
    Boots on the ground: What the November IAS event means for Scientology and David Miscavige

    Yesterday, we broke the news that after a four-year hiatus, Scientology’s annual IAS event is expected to take place next month at their UK headquarters in Sussex. A poster, leaked to Scientology Business by an insider,… Continue reading…


  • 3 Oct 2023

    LEAK: David Miscavige to host the first IAS event in 4 years next month in the UK

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    IAS Event, News
    LEAK: David Miscavige to host the first IAS event in 4 years next month in the UK

    Church of Scientology leader David Miscavige, who is currently facing a grand jury investigation in the United States following allegations of abuse, child trafficking and covering up crimes, is set to return to the UK next… Continue reading…


  • 29 Sep 2023

    More than just a US problem: German government sends stark Scientology warning

    Stefani Hutchison
    Europe, Government
    More than just a US problem: German government sends stark Scientology warning

    The German government has kept Scientology under close surveillance since the opening of it’s Munich Org in 1970. Here’s a look at the history of their struggle to gain recognition in Germany, courtesy of guest author… Continue reading…


  • 25 Sep 2023

    Scientology lawsuit backfires: Swiss court rules in defamation case after Church shows up with no lawyers

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    Europe, Lawsuits, News, Volunteer Ministers
    Scientology lawsuit backfires: Swiss court rules in defamation case after Church shows up with no lawyers

    Judges in Switzerland have ruled against Scientology in a defamation case they brought against two activists. The three-year legal battle involved the Church of Scientology Basel, the Swiss Department of Health and Scientology spokespeople Jรผrg Stettler… Continue reading…


  • 24 Sep 2023

    Top media lawyer calls out national newspaper for “chickening out” after Scientology threats

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    Featured, Lawsuits, News
    Top media lawyer calls out national newspaper for “chickening out” after Scientology threats

    A leading media lawyer has called out a major British newspaper for refusing to publish a story about Scientology after it received a threatening phone call from Church spokesperson Karin Pouw. Continue reading…


  • 12 Sep 2023

    Scientology fraud: UK bank responds to criticism

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    COSRECI, Featured, Finances, News
    Scientology fraud: UK bank responds to criticism

    Scientology’s UK bank NatWest, which was fined ยฃ264 million in 2021 for failing to prevent money laundering, has issued a statement after allegations emerged of the Church engaging in credit card fraud. Continue reading…


  • 10 Sep 2023

    Video: Chris Shelton & Apostate Alex discuss Scientology’s shady finances

    Scientology Business Team
    COSRECI, Finances, News
    Video: Chris Shelton & Apostate Alex discuss Scientology’s shady finances

    Former Sea Org executive Chris Shelton today released an insightful interview with Scientology Business editor Apostate Alex discussing Scientology’s financial records, tax exemption and fraud. Continue reading…


  • 7 Sep 2023

    Charity Commission: Scientology cannot appeal tax-exempt status rejection

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    Featured, Government, Tax Exemption
    Charity Commission: Scientology cannot appeal tax-exempt status rejection

    The UK Charity Commission has today confirmed its decision to refuse Scientology tax exempt status cannot now be appealed, upholding its view that “the Church of Scientology is not established for the public benefit“ Following a… Continue reading…


  • 6 Sep 2023

    ‘Stay away’ – Greek warning issued about Scientology

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    Europe, Government, Lawsuits, News
    ‘Stay away’ – Greek warning issued about Scientology

    The Greek Holy Synod has issued a stark warning about Scientology, calling it “medically, socially and ethically dangerous” and urging the public to stay away, describing Scientology as a “pseudo-religious organisation with socially dangerous activities” Continue reading…


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UK NEWS

  • East Grinstead Mayor rejects Scientology event invites, breaking 3-year tradition
    Government, UK

    East Grinstead Mayor rejects Scientology event invites, breaking 3-year tradition

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    October 9, 2026
  • It’s that time of year again! Scientology erect mammoth marquee ahead of annual East Grinstead bash
    IAS Event, UK

    It’s that time of year again! Scientology erect mammoth marquee ahead of annual East Grinstead bash

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    September 10, 2026
  • Inquiry into safeguarding in faith communities seeks input from survivors
    Government, UK

    Inquiry into safeguarding in faith communities seeks input from survivors

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    September 4, 2026

FEATURES

  • How many Scientologists are there in the world, really?
    Featured

    How many Scientologists are there in the world, really?

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    August 7, 2026
  • Chris Shelton: Coercive Control Is Illegalโ€ฆ Except When Cults Do It
    Featured

    Chris Shelton: Coercive Control Is Illegalโ€ฆ Except When Cults Do It

    by

    Chris Shelton
    May 3, 2026
  • UK opens inquiry into child safeguarding in faith communities
    Featured, Government

    UK opens inquiry into child safeguarding in faith communities

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    April 15, 2026

GOVERNMENT

  • East Grinstead Mayor rejects Scientology event invites, breaking 3-year tradition
    Government, UK

    East Grinstead Mayor rejects Scientology event invites, breaking 3-year tradition

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    October 9, 2026
  • Inquiry into safeguarding in faith communities seeks input from survivors
    Government, UK

    Inquiry into safeguarding in faith communities seeks input from survivors

    by

    Alexander Barnes-Ross
    September 4, 2026
  • ‘Our focus is to protect people, not religions’ – UK Government responds to calls for Scientology inquiry
    Government

    ‘Our focus is to protect people, not religions’ – UK Government responds to calls for Scientology inquiry

    by

    Sam Pollard
    August 25, 2026

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