A fire in Glasgow today at the former Jumpin’ Jaks nightclub on Sauchiehall Street is being treated as deliberate, with Police Scotland confirming that enquiries are continuing after an overnight blaze at the derelict city-centre building.
Emergency services were called to the former nightclub at around 1:36 a.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after a fire was reported inside the three-storey building. The incident prompted a significant response from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, with nine fire appliances, one height appliance and three specialist resources sent to the scene.
Firefighters remained at the location through the early hours as crews worked to extinguish the blaze and make the area safe. By Tuesday morning, there were no visible signs of active flames or smoke, although firefighters remained in attendance to deal with the aftermath of the fire.
Police Scotland subsequently confirmed that the blaze is being treated as wilful. The announcement represents a significant development in the investigation, although police have not released further details about how the fire was started or who may have been responsible. Enquiries remain ongoing.
There have been no reported injuries connected with the incident. The building was derelict at the time of the fire, meaning there were no reports of casualties despite the emergency response required to tackle the blaze.
The fire also caused disruption around one of Glasgow city centre’s busiest streets. Several roads were closed while emergency crews dealt with the incident and police secured the area. Sauchiehall Street was closed between Pitt Street and Douglas Street, while closures were also put in place on Renfrew Street at Scott Street and Dalhousie Street. The roads were later reopened at around 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
The former Jumpin’ Jaks building is part of a block of properties on Sauchiehall Street that has experienced extensive fire damage in previous years. The nearby O2 ABC was severely damaged during the 2018 fire at the Glasgow School of Art, while other historic buildings and former entertainment venues in the area have also been affected by major fires.
The former Jumpin’ Jaks itself had already been vacant for years. Planning documents indicate that the nightclub and adjoining music venue ceased operating following the 2018 fire and that the properties subsequently remained empty.
The latest incident has therefore added to concerns surrounding the condition and security of vacant buildings along Sauchiehall Street. The street has undergone repeated disruption from major fires and redevelopment issues, making Tuesday morning’s blaze particularly significant for the local community.
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fire and have confirmed that it is being treated as wilful. At this stage, no arrests or further details about a suspected offender have been announced.
The Fire in Glasgow today at the former Jumpin’ Jaks nightclub has now been extinguished, with no reported injuries, but the deliberate-fire investigation remains ongoing. Residents and visitors should continue to follow any instructions issued by Police Scotland and avoid restricted areas while enquiries continue.