Over 1,700 Britons who became ill while on holiday in Cape Verde are joining forces to take action against tour operator Tui. The group of tourists, who claimed to have suffered from symptoms including vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach cramps, were on a trip to the island of Sal in March 2022. Many of them have since reported ongoing health problems, including long-term stomach issues and anxiety. Law firm, Hudgell Solicitors, has confirmed that it is representing the group, stating that they are seeking compensation for their ordeal. The firm's solicitor, Julie Lewis, said that the tourists had been left "traumatised" by their experience and that they were determined to hold Tui accountable for any negligence. "We are acting on behalf of over 1,700 people who suffered from severe and debilitating illnesses while on holiday in Cape Verde," Lewis said. "Many of our clients have reported ongoing health problems, including long-term stomach issues and anxiety. We believe that Tui failed in its duty of care to protect its customers and we will be seeking compensation for the harm and distress caused." According to reports, the tourists fell ill after eating at a local restaurant on the island. Tui has since launched an investigation into the claims, but a spokesperson for the company said that it was "not in a position to provide a statement at this stage". The incident has raised concerns about the safety of tourists in Cape Verde and the measures that tour operators take to protect their customers. Hudgell Solicitors is urging anyone who fell ill on the trip to come forward and contact them for advice. In a statement, the firm said: "If you were on this trip and suffered from symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach cramps, we would like to hear from you. You may be entitled to compensation for the harm and distress caused by Tui's negligence." The case is ongoing, and it is expected that further details will emerge in the coming weeks. For now, the 1,700 tourists who fell ill on the Cape Verde trip are united in their determination to seek justice and compensation for their ordeal.