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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's links with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The individual inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, 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 gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you known about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to conceal for him?"

The monarch 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.

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

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the memoir, the accuser says she had sex with the royal on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries have been asked about how he is able to fund his lifestyle 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 intensified the examination over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last week, the government declined to give parliamentarians time to debate the royal's status or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his home - or where he might go.

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