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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was shouted at by a protester who questioned him about his brother's relationship with convicted sex offender Epstein.

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

Amid the protest, there were large groups of supporters and cheers for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an engagement.

The Duke of York's connections with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"For how long have you known about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to cover up for him?"

The monarch remained silent but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a hug.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "shut up".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

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

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sex with the royal on three separate occasions, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "did not have 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 finance his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent 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 rental agreement of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities refused to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's status or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch