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During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was shouted at by a individual who questioned him about his brother's connections with disgraced financier Epstein.

The man asked how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were crowds of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was visiting Staffordshire for an engagement.

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

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

The King ignored the questions but continued meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

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

Controversy Revived by Memoir

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

In the publication, the accuser alleges she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Finances and Housing

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

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has intensified the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of MPs to give testimony about his rental agreement 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 relocate of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III