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Tui Faces Legal Action After Hundreds of Britons Fall Ill in Cape Verde Mass Legal Claim Filed Against Tui Over 1,700 British holidaymakers have joined a growing legal case against travel company Tui after falling ill during trips to Cape Verde. Lawyers say the number continues to rise as more cases are reported, including people who became sick within the past few weeks. The law firm Irwin Mitchell is leading the claim. They report that multiple clients suffered serious gastric illnesses such as E coli, salmonella, shigella, and parasitic infections like cryptosporidium. These illnesses have affected people of all ages, including very young children. Reports of Deaths Raise Serious Concerns Legal representatives now believe at least eight British tourists have died after becoming ill on holiday in Cape Verde in recent years. One of the cases includes a 64 year old woman who fell sick shortly after staying at a luxury resort and passed away in hospital two days later. Family members of victims describe how quickly symptoms developed. In some cases, patients deteriorated rapidly, leaving families shocked and distressed. Health Warnings and Investigation UK health authorities have linked multiple cases of shigella and salmonella to travel in Cape Verde since late 2025. These infections can lead to severe stomach pain, fever, and diarrhoea. Authorities have also advised travellers to be cautious, following several reported outbreaks connected to hotels in the region. Investigations have pointed to possible hygiene concerns, including reports of undercooked food, poor sanitation, and unhygienic conditions in some locations. Tui Responds to Allegations Tui has stated that it is deeply saddened by the reports and continues to prioritise customer safety. The company says it is reviewing the situation but has not yet received the full official health report from Cape Verde authorities. The company also notes that it has sent over one million tourists to Cape Verde since 2022, and the situation is still under investigation. Hotel Response RIU Hotels and Resorts, one of the properties mentioned in reports, says it follows strict international hygiene and safety standards. The company claims its resorts are regularly inspected by external health and safety organisations. Legal Action May Reach Court Lawyers representing the affected travellers say they are pushing for compensation and accountability. If no agreement is reached, the case could move to the High Court, where damages may reach millions of pounds.
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Tui Faces Legal Action After Hundreds of Britons Fall Ill in Cape Verde

Mass Legal Claim Filed Against Tui Over 1,700 British holidaymakers have joined…

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