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

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

Despite the heckling, there were large groups of fans and cheers for the King, who was visiting the region for an event.

The Duke of York's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any misconduct.

"How long have you been aware about Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the police to conceal for him?"

The monarch did not respond but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a hug.

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

Scandal Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the publication, the accuser alleges she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Housing

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised 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 heightened the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his residence.

But last week, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

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