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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was confronted by a man who asked him about Prince Andrew's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the King had been aware about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

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

Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

The King ignored the questions but carried on meeting fans, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a embrace.

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

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been revived by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the publication, the accuser alleges she had sex with the royal on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Housing

But in recent times, new inquiries have been raised about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in before members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities refused to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch