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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was confronted by a individual who questioned him about Prince Andrew's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were large groups of fans and cheers for the monarch, who was in the region for an engagement.

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the police to cover up for him?"

The King remained silent but carried on greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a embrace.

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

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser says she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

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 large payments initially, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned before members of parliament to give testimony about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give MPs time to debate the prince's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch