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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a individual who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Epstein.

The man asked how long the monarch had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was in Staffordshire for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's associations with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

The monarch ignored the questions but continued greeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

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

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser alleges she had sex with the royal on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

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

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries have been asked about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Windsor mansion has heightened the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be summoned front of MPs to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III