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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a individual who asked him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

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

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

The Duke of York's connections with Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you known about Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to conceal for him?"

The King remained silent but carried on greeting fans, 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 observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "shut up".

Scandal Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse claims repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre says she had sexual encounters with the royal on three separate occasions, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement 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 sexual contact."

New Inquiries About Lifestyle and Housing

But recently, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

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

The political party said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

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

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III