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During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the King had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were crowds of fans and cheers for the King, who was in the region for an engagement.

Prince Andrew's connections with Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

The monarch remained silent but continued meeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard requesting him for a embrace.

A female bystander outside the venue was also observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "shut up".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

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

In the publication, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached 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 Over Finances and Housing

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

The disclosure 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 large payments up front, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before MPs to give evidence about his rental agreement of his lodge.

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

The royal household has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III