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During a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was confronted by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's links with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was visiting the region for an engagement.

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

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

The monarch ignored the questions but continued greeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also observed telling the protester to "go away" and to "shut up".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser says she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries have been raised about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a working royal.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for renovations.

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 authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's status or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

The royal household has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch