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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were large groups of supporters and cheers for the King, who was in the region for an engagement.

Prince Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

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

The monarch did not respond but carried on greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One fan can be heard requesting him for a hug.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

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

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

New Inquiries Over Finances and Housing

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

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned before members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the authorities refused to give parliamentarians time to discuss the royal's titles or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his home - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch