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In the course of a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, King Charles was heckled by a man who asked him about his brother's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

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

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

Prince Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

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

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

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

Controversy Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre says she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions 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 living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be summoned before members of parliament to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the government refused to give MPs time to discuss the prince's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

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