A Thornaby pub is being investigated by health officials after customers complained of having food poisoning symptoms after eating there.

Dozens of people reported illness after visiting The Anson Farm last month, and more than 40 have since tested positive for salmonella.

Symptoms typically include vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pains, as well as nausea and headaches. Salmonella is often caused by eating contaminated food or undercooked meat and dairy products and can be contagious.

In most cases symptoms last between four and seven days but hospital care may sometimes be needed to treat dehydration.

The Anson Farm continues to operate as normal, as safety measures have been introduced since the outbreak. They have also carried out a “deep clean” of their main public areas. The North-East branch of Public Health England (PHE) and Stockton Council are conducting an investigation.

It is understood that several of those who fell ill are considering legal action against the pub’s parent company, Greene King.

It’s important to receive legal advice if you have contracted food poisoning or salmonella and believe a restaurant is to blame.