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In the course of a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, King Charles was confronted by a man who questioned him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The individual inquired how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's association with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an event.

Prince Andrew's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to conceal for Andrew?"

The King remained silent but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One fan can be overheard asking him for a embrace.

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

Scandal Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the publication, the accuser alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries About Finances and Housing

But in recent times, new inquiries have been asked about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

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

The political party said he should be called in before members of parliament to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last week, the government declined to give MPs time to debate the prince's status or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch