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

The man inquired how long the King had been aware about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were crowds of supporters and applause for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an event.

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

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

The monarch did not respond but carried on greeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

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

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre says she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries have been asked about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a working royal.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before MPs to give testimony about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities refused to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for investigation.

The royal household has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

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