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In the course of a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a protester who asked him about his brother's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been known about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the authorities to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were large groups of fans and cheers for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an event.

The Duke of York's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to conceal for him?"

The King did not respond but continued meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also observed telling the heckler to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the royal on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

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

The political party said he should be summoned before MPs to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the authorities refused to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's status or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

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