Searches for 'electric blankets’ highest in five years amid soaring energy bills

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People have been looking to buy electric blankets as the cost of living soars

Not only has it soared to its highest in five years in October, according to recent data, but it has spiked by 1,205 per cent compared to the average over the past five years.READ MORE: Glasgow named one of the 'best cities' for over 50s dating

According to the company, the spike in interest is said to be explained by people’s need to reduce their energy bills, with people expected to experience “fuel poverty” – spending a large proportion of their income on energy bills. Targeted heat: Many turn the heating on for their whole home, even when sat in one room. An electric blanket is much more efficient for heating the room you are in, or just yourself, without having to turn the heating on.

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