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During a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a protester who questioned him about his brother's connections with disgraced financier Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the authorities to "cover up" for Andrew.

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

Prince Andrew's links with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

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

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

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

Controversy Revived by Posthumous Publication

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

In the memoir, the accuser alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Housing

But recently, new inquiries have been raised about how he is able to finance his way of life despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his housing situation - 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 residence.

But last week, the government refused to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

The royal household has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III