UK heatwave triggers price rises for items such as hot tubs and air conditioning units

The heatwave has triggered a surge in prices for seasonal items, with the cost of one inflatable hot tub nearly doubling in a week, while an industry expert said air conditioning units have risen by about 17% since April. The Guardian looked at the cost of popular items across a range of websites and examined their price on PriceRunner, an independent price comparison service. …