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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been aware about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were crowds of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an event.

Prince Andrew's links with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

The monarch did not respond but carried on greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

Another woman outside the venue was also heard telling the protester to "go away" and to "shut up".

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre claims she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. 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 About Lifestyle and Housing

But recently, 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 Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his residence.

But last Thursday, the government declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the royal's titles or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III