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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, King Charles was confronted by a individual who questioned him about his brother's connections with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The individual demanded to know how long the King had been aware about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were throngs 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 gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"For how long have you known about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the police to conceal for him?"

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

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

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by sexual abuse claims detailed in Virginia Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, the accuser alleges she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told a news program 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 raised about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Windsor mansion has intensified the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for renovations.

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

But last Thursday, the authorities refused to give MPs time to debate the royal's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch