On 22 October 2006 , a new Church of Scientology centre opened on Queen Victoria Street in the City of London ( next to the Faraday Building ) . David Miscavige , chairman of Scientology 's Religious Technology Centre , came to the UK for the ceremony . Local dignitaries also attended the opening , including Chief Superintendent Keith Hurley , the City of London Police lead officer for faith issues . Hurley 's speech thanked the Scientologists for their efforts after the 7 July attacks and described Scientology as " a force for good " . This prompted anti-cult group Family Action Information Resource to openly criticise Hurley
7 July attacks
7 July 2005 London bombings
Scientology in the United Kingdom