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In the course of a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was heckled by a protester who asked him about his brother's links with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The individual demanded to know how long the King had been aware about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were crowds of well-wishers and applause for the monarch, who was visiting Staffordshire for an ceremony.

Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

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

The King ignored the questions but continued meeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the protester to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, the accuser claims she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About 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 revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be summoned front of MPs to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch