A man accused of murdering honeymooner Michaela McAreavey has told a court he had no choice but to sign an admission after police allegedly threatened to lock up his parents and deport his wife.

The widower of honeymooner Michaela McAreavey accused a lawyer for one of the men on trial for her murder of lying as he opened the case for the defence.

The trial of two men accused of murdering honeymooner Michaela McAreavey has been adjourned for a day to allow time for lawyers to address outstanding legal issues.

After six testing days in court it was the first marked sign of frustration from Michaela McAreavey's loved ones.