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In the course of a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was shouted at by a man who asked him about Prince Andrew's connections with disgraced financier Epstein.

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

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

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"How long have you known about Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to cover up for Andrew?"

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

Another woman outside the venue was also heard telling the protester to "leave" and to "shut up".

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre says she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Housing

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

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 significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the authorities refused to give MPs time to debate the royal's status or his residence, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III