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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was shouted at by a man who asked him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been known about his brother's relationship with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "cover up" for Andrew.

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

Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

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

The monarch remained silent but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be overheard asking him for a hug.

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

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre says she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries About Finances and Housing

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

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

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of MPs to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last Thursday, the government declined to give MPs time to debate the royal's titles or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch