Tesco hikes price of water amid heatwave

Tesco has hiked the price of its budget bottled water and fizzy drinks as thirsty customers scramble to keep hydrated in the hot weather.

The supermarket giant raised the price of its two-litre bottles of Everyday Value water and cola by 41% to 24p last week, according to the Guardian, putting it well ahead of rivals Asda, Sainsbury's and Morrisons.