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During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was confronted by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

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

Amid the heckling, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was in the region for an event.

Prince Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to conceal for Andrew?"

The King remained silent but continued greeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "shut up".

Controversy Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been reignited by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre claims she had sex with the prince on multiple times, 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 recall meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his residence.

But last week, the authorities refused to give MPs time to debate the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

The royal household has not commented on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III