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During a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were crowds of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was visiting the region for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the police to conceal for him?"

The King did not respond but carried on meeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations repeated in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre claims she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has intensified the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in before MPs to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last week, the government refused to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

The royal household has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

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