"This was a significant fire in which a large number of people had to be evacuated. At this time it would be too early to comment on any particular motivation for this incident and we would respectfully ask for people not to speculate."
"Whilst I am devastated to say that the building itself has been completely destroyed, I am deeply relieved, grateful and proud to confirm that no staff or customers were harmed, and everybody went home safely."
"Standing in solidarity with the Milton Keynes LGBT+ community after the fire at Pink Punters. A venue lost, but a community that remains strong, connected and proud. We stand with you."
A 51-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a fire destroyed the Pink Punters nightclub in Milton Keynes. Emergency services responded to the fire around 2am, evacuating customers and residents without any reported injuries. Chief Superintendent Emma Baillie noted the significance of the incident, while nightclub owner Frank McMahon expressed relief that no one was harmed despite the building's destruction. The venue, a long-standing LGBTQ+ establishment, plans to reopen, and police are investigating the incident alongside another nearby fire.
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