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Two arrested after major fire evacuates Folkestone hotel
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- A 38-year-old man and 21-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of arson following the blaze.
- The fire at the Grand Burstin Hotel began in the early hours on Saturday and led to about 280 people being evacuated.
- An additional 90 people were relocated from neighbouring Pavilion Court due to safety concerns raised by inspectors.
- The pair were released while inquiries continue, police said.
- Road closures remain in place for investigation work as the blaze is being treated as suspicious.
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