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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 questioned him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

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

Amid the protest, there were large groups of fans and applause for the King, who was in the region for an engagement.

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"For how long have you known about Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to conceal for him?"

The monarch ignored the questions but carried on meeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the venue was also heard telling the protester to "leave" and to "shut up".

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's recently released memoir.

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

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not recall meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

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

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of MPs to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last Thursday, the government declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's status or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III