Three Britons accused of being involved in an international drugs smuggling ring intercepted off the Irish coast appeared briefly in court today as the start of their trial was adjourned.

Three Britons will go on trial today over the seizure of 1.7 tonnes of cocaine from a yacht off the Irish coast.

Three British men appeared at a special court sitting tonight charged in connection with the massive 1.7 tonne cocaine haul seized from a yacht off the west coast.