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In the course of a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was heckled by a man who questioned him about Prince Andrew's connections with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester asked how long the monarch had been aware 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 event.

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

"How long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to cover up for Andrew?"

The King did not respond but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

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

Controversy Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations repeated in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre claims she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to finance his way of life despite not being a working royal.

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

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

But last Thursday, the authorities refused to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III