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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a man who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were crowds of fans and applause for the King, who was in the region for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's connections 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 wrongdoing.

"How long have you been aware about Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the police to cover up for him?"

The King ignored the questions but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the venue was also heard telling the heckler to "leave" and to "shut up".

Scandal Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre claims she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

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 a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries About Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, 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 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 members of parliament to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last week, the government declined to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for investigation.

The royal household has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

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