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In the course of a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was confronted by a individual who asked him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The man asked how long the King had been aware about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was in Staffordshire for an engagement.

The Duke of York's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to cover up for Andrew?"

The monarch ignored the questions but carried on greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard asking him for a embrace.

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

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, the accuser claims she had sexual encounters with the royal on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Housing

But recently, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

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

But last week, the authorities refused to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his home - or where he might reside.

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