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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a individual who questioned him about his brother's links with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The individual asked how long the King had been aware about his brother's association 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 cheers for the King, who was in the region for an engagement.

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 misconduct.

"How long have you known about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to cover up for Andrew?"

The monarch ignored the questions but continued greeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be heard asking him for a hug.

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

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims detailed in Virginia Giuffre's recently released book.

In the publication, the accuser claims she had sex with the royal on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised 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 token annual rent on his Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last week, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III