The Church of England could face a wave of compensation claims from former members of a cult-like movement which collapsed due to a sex scandal 25 years ago.

The Nine O’Clock Service, which was known as NOS, was an alternative Christian service and attracted young people to worship in Sheffield in the 1980s and 1990s.

The NOS services were led by Chris Brain, a Christian rock musician whose ordination was fast-tracked by an excited Church of England hierarchy.

He met Dr George Carey, the Archbishop of Canterbury elect, in 1990, and had received financial backing from the Church for his services. 

The Church saw the movement and its new style of service, which involved loud rave music, bikini clad dancers and light shows, as something that could potentially be rolled out across the country to attract younger congregations. 

The services were stopped in August 1995 after allegations of sexual and emotional abuse were made.

If you have been subject to sexual abuse then you may also have a viable civil claim for compensation. If you would like to discuss your experiences in a strictly confidential manner, please contact us via info@remedylaw.co.uk or telephone on 02393552153