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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, King Charles was shouted at by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were crowds of supporters and cheers for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an event.

The Duke of York's connections with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you known about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the police to conceal for him?"

The monarch ignored the questions but continued greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser claims she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, new inquiries have been raised about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Windsor mansion has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his residence.

But last week, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might move out of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III