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In the course of a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a man who asked him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been known about his sibling's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the authorities to "cover up" for Andrew.

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

Prince Andrew's links with Epstein have been under renewed focus in the past few weeks. The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

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

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

Another woman outside the cathedral was also heard telling the heckler to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims detailed in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

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

Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries 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 disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has intensified the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

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

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

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might go.

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