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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a protester who asked him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was in the region for an event.

Prince Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in the past few weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

The King ignored the questions but carried on meeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also heard telling the protester to "go away" and to "shut up".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse claims repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the memoir, the accuser claims she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, new inquiries have been asked 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 nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

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

But last Thursday, the government declined to give MPs time to debate the prince's status or his residence, despite increasing calls 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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