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

The protester demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the authorities to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were throngs of fans and cheers for the monarch, who was visiting Staffordshire for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"For how long have you known about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to conceal for him?"

The King remained silent but continued meeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the venue was also heard telling the heckler to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

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

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But recently, new inquiries have been raised about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a working royal.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has intensified the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in before members of parliament to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the authorities refused to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

The royal household has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch