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In the course of a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was heckled by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's connections with disgraced financier Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were large groups of well-wishers and applause for the monarch, who was visiting Staffordshire for an event.

The Duke of York's associations with Epstein have been under renewed focus in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any misconduct.

"How long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to cover up for him?"

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

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "shut up".

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre says she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Housing

But recently, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to finance his way of life 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 intensified the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

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

But last week, the government refused to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for investigation.

The royal household has not commented 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