Cost of living crisis: People across UK stocking up on blankets, air fryers and other energy efficient items
has shown that there has been a rise in a number of energy efficient items bought by people in the UK.This rise in energy saving products comes as a typical household annual bill has reached £2,500.added that the overall volume of retail sales fell once again through September.Helen Dickinson said:"While UK retail sales grew in September, this represented another month of falling sales volumes given high levels of inflation.
"Many households are also preparing for higher energy costs this winter, with blankets, warm clothing, and energy-efficient appliances, such as air dryers and air fryers, all selling well." “However, there was a small uptick in sales in the week following the death of Queen Elizabeth II as the nation came together to mourn her passing, distracted momentarily from the stiffening economic headwinds.
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