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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's connections with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the King had been known about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was in the region for an event.

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in the past few weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any misconduct.

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

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

A female bystander outside the venue was also observed telling the protester to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse claims repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre says she had sex with the royal on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries About Lifestyle and Housing

But in recent times, fresh questions have been asked 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 token annual rent on his Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for renovations.

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

But last week, the government declined to give MPs time to debate the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

The royal household has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his current residence - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch