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During a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a individual who questioned him about Prince Andrew's links with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester asked how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were throngs of fans and cheers for the monarch, who was in the region for an event.

Prince Andrew's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in the past few weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"How long have you known about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Did you request 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 fan can be heard requesting him for a embrace.

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

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries have been raised about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

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

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

The royal household has not issued a statement 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