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In the course of a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a protester who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester asked how long the King had been known about his sibling's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were crowds of well-wishers and applause for the monarch, who was in the region for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's connections with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up 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 monarch ignored the questions but continued meeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One fan can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

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

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse claims repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre says she had sexual encounters with the royal on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told a news program he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over 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 working royal.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for renovations.

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

But last week, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

The royal household has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch