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In the course of a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was heckled by a man 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 association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

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

The Duke of York's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

"How long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to conceal for Andrew?"

The King ignored the questions but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also observed telling the protester to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's recently released book.

In the memoir, the accuser says she had sexual encounters with the royal on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Housing

But recently, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to fund his lifestyle 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 heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in front of MPs to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

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

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch