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During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, the King was heckled by a man who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The individual demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were throngs of well-wishers and applause for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an event.

Prince Andrew's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to cover up for Andrew?"

The monarch ignored the questions but carried on greeting fans, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the venue was also heard telling the heckler 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 misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser alleges she had sex with the royal on multiple times, including once with Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Housing

But in recent times, new inquiries have been asked 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 scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions 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 Thursday, the government refused to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his current residence - or where he might reside.

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