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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a individual who questioned him about Prince Andrew's connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were throngs of supporters and cheers for the King, who was in Staffordshire for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to cover up for Andrew?"

The monarch remained silent but carried on greeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

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

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the publication, the accuser says she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Living Arrangements

But recently, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in before MPs to give evidence about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch