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During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a individual who asked him about his brother's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester asked how long the monarch had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "hide" for Andrew.

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

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under renewed focus in the past few weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

The King ignored the questions but continued greeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse claims repeated in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to 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 remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries About Finances and Housing

But recently, new inquiries 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 intensified the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last week, the authorities refused to give MPs time to debate the royal's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

The royal household has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch