Man arrested in connection with fire at LGBTQ+ nightclub near Milton Keynes

Owner of Pink Punters vows to reopen club as police call on the public not to speculate

A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a fire at an LGBTQ+ nightclub, police have said.

Officers have called on people not to speculate about why the fire may have been set at Pink Punters in Fenny Stratford, near Milton Keynes, saying it is too early to tell. Following the fire, the club’s owner said he was relieved no one was hurt – and vowed the club would reopen.