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In the course of a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a man who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The individual inquired how long the King had been known about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the authorities to "hide" for Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were crowds of well-wishers and applause for the monarch, who was visiting the region for an event.

Prince Andrew's connections with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any misconduct.

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

The King remained silent but carried on meeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a embrace.

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

Controversy Revived by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

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

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement 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 Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

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

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

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give MPs time to debate the prince's status or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

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

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch