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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 man who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling'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 throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's associations with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The prince, who relinquished his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you known about Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Did you request the authorities to cover up for him?"

The King ignored the questions but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard requesting him for a hug.

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

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the memoir, the accuser alleges she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions 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 Royal Lodge has intensified the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's status or his residence, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might move out of his current residence - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch