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In the course of a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was shouted at by a man who questioned him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the authorities to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was in the region for an event.

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, 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 police to cover up for him?"

The monarch did not respond but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

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

In the memoir, the accuser says she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in before members of parliament to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, 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 issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his current residence - or where he might go.

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