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In the course of a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, the King was confronted by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the King had been known about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the authorities to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were crowds of well-wishers and applause for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an ceremony.

Prince Andrew's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The King did not respond but continued meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

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

Controversy Revived by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges 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 a previous interview, he told a news program he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Housing

But in recent times, 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 significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

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

But last week, the government refused to give MPs time to debate the prince's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

The royal household has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch