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During a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were large groups of well-wishers and applause for the monarch, who was visiting Staffordshire for an engagement.

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

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

The monarch remained silent but continued meeting fans, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One fan can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also heard telling the heckler to "go away" and to "shut up".

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the publication, the accuser alleges she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions 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 disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be summoned front of MPs to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the government 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

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch