A third of British workers return from holiday vowing to look for a new job, with some seeking to quit their profession altogether, according to a new study.

A survey of 1,000 adults by recruitment consultants Badenoch & Clark found that only one in 10 felt refreshed after a break, with Londoners having the worst post-holiday blues.

Workers in financial firms were most negative about their job after a holiday, followed by lawyers.

Heidi Waddington, of Badenoch & Clark, said: "Whilst a holiday provides rest and relaxation, workers also have time to reflect and often come back to work feeling like the grass may be greener elsewhere.

"With schools going back and summer ending, September traditionally sees a shift in momentum within the labour market, and this year is no different. We have seen a surge in CVs being submitted via our website over the past week."