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In the course of a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, King Charles was shouted at by a protester who questioned him about Prince Andrew's links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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

Amid the protest, there were large groups of supporters and cheers for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an event.

The Duke of York's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in the past few weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to cover up for him?"

The monarch remained silent but continued greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "shut up".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by sexual abuse allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

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

Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries have been raised 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 nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has intensified the examination over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

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

But last week, the government declined to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his home - or where he might go.

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