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During a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a individual who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were throngs of supporters and applause for the monarch, who was visiting Staffordshire for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to conceal for him?"

The monarch did not respond but carried on meeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct claims repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre claims she had sexual encounters with the royal on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But recently, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has intensified the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in front of MPs to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last week, the authorities refused to give MPs time to debate the royal's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

The royal household has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III