14 rescued from burning apartment block in Belfast

Fire-fighters have rescued 14 people from a burning block of flats in Belfast following a suspected arson attack.

A couple and their nine-month-old baby were among those saved, some of whom were found hanging from windows at the Claremont Court complex on the Lisburn Road.

The fire is believed to have started in a communal hallway on the third floor of the building.

Up to 20 firemen were involved in the rescue operation.

The PSNI said a 37-year-old man was later arrested for questioning in connection with the blaze.