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During a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was confronted by a individual who questioned him about his brother's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were large groups of well-wishers and applause for the King, who was visiting the region for an event.

Prince Andrew's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

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

The King did not respond but continued greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

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

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

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

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "at all", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a working royal.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has intensified the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for renovations.

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

But last Thursday, the government refused to give parliamentarians time to debate the royal's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

The royal household has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch