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In the course of a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, the King was confronted by a individual who questioned him about his brother's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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

Amid the protest, there were crowds of supporters and cheers for the King, who was in the region for an ceremony.

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

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to conceal for Andrew?"

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

A female bystander outside the venue was also heard telling the heckler to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sex with the royal on multiple times, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

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

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Housing

But in recent times, new inquiries have been asked about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

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

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

But last week, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's status or his residence, despite increasing calls for investigation.

The royal household has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch