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During a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was heckled by a individual who asked him about his brother's links with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's association with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the authorities to "cover up" for Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was visiting Staffordshire for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the police to cover up for him?"

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

A female bystander outside the venue was also observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct claims repeated in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the publication, the accuser claims she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not recall meeting her "at all", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has intensified the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his residence.

But last week, the government declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's status or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch