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In the course of a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a protester who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

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

Despite the heckling, there were large groups of well-wishers and applause for the King, who was in the region for an event.

Prince Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"How long have you known about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the police to cover up for Andrew?"

The King ignored the questions but continued greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

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

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Finances 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 Royal Lodge has intensified the examination over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned before members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

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

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III