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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a protester who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Epstein.

The individual asked how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's association with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "cover up" for Andrew.

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

Prince Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in recent 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 Jeffrey Epstein? Did you request the authorities to cover up for Andrew?"

The monarch ignored the questions but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One fan can be overheard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also heard telling the heckler to "go away" and to "shut up".

Controversy Revived by Posthumous Publication

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

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Housing

But recently, fresh questions have been raised 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 Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be summoned before MPs to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

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

The royal household has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might move out of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch