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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was heckled by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

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

Amid the heckling, there were crowds of supporters and applause for the King, who was in Staffordshire for an event.

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

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

The King ignored the questions but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

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

Controversy Reignited by Memoir

The controversy over Prince Andrew's links to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sex with the royal on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

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 significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be summoned before members of parliament to give evidence about his rental agreement of his lodge.

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

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might go.

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