Writing in The New Feminist, Beth Templeton questioned the lack of media coverage for the incident - suggesting the mainstream press was ‘London-centric’ and had ‘increasingly framed queer identity as controversial or threatening’.

Thames Valley Police said it was too early to suggest a particular motivation, and urged people not to speculate. But, that being said, it is odd that such an incident would not stem into more round table discussions on news channels, or opinion pieces online. However, as Beth says, that isn’t exactly the point that should be made here.

Beth wrote: “The question isn’t “why isn’t this getting coverage?” but rather “why do attacks on queer spaces seem to be treated as less significant than attacks on other communities?”

“It is important not to jump ahead of the investigation. Police have explicitly stated it is too early to determine motive. Responsible commentary has to acknowledge that. But even without a confirmed motive, the destruction of Pink Punters still highlights that queer infrastructure is fragile and needs to be championed.”

We have already seen a number of iconic venues close down or fight for their survival. The Black Cap recently reopened after 11 years of campaigning from members of the local community. G-A-Y Bar in London, and the Golden Cross in Wales have also closed recently.

The political climate and the way the world is going right now can often make it feel like the LGBTQ+ community is being attacked right now, so these spaces prove to be more valuable than ever in order to allow us to feel free to be ourselves without judgement.

For the owner of the Milton Keynes club, Frank McMahon, he said he was ‘devastated’ that the building had been completely destroyed but promised it would be back.

He said: “Pink Punters has always been about people, not just bricks and mortar. The building may be gone, but the family, the memories, the spirit and the love remain. And let me say this clearly: Pink Punters will be back."