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During a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was heckled by a individual who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the King had been aware about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were large groups of fans and cheers for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an engagement.

Prince Andrew's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

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

The monarch ignored the questions but continued greeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

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

Controversy Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Housing

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

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in before members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last week, the government refused to give MPs time to debate the royal's titles or his residence, 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

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III