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In the course of a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, King Charles 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 brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were throngs of well-wishers and applause for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an event.

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

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to conceal for him?"

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

A female bystander outside the venue was also heard telling the protester to "go away" and to "shut up".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the publication, the accuser says she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But recently, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a active member of the royal family.

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

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before MPs to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's status or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

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

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