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In the course of a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, the King was heckled by a individual who questioned him about his brother's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

The individual inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the police to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were crowds of fans and applause for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an event.

Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you known about Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the police to conceal for Andrew?"

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

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

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Housing

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

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has intensified the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in before MPs to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the government refused to give parliamentarians time to discuss the royal's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III