A Virgin Atlantic flight from Barbados to Gatwick Airport has had its passengers quarantined after a widespread illness swept through the plane.

Trevor Wilson, a passenger on the plane said: “A bad chesty cough, possible a chest infection” could’ve been the illness responsible.

Thirty people have been assessed by doctors and treated, three have been admitted to hospital.

A spokesman for the Airline said that the problem had not originated on the plane. A spokeswoman said: “We are working closely with London Gatwick Airport and medical teams to offer assistance to customers, and will conduct a full investigation into the circumstances.”

What a terrible way to end your holiday!

By Thomas, Year 8.