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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, the King was confronted by a individual who asked him about his brother's links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the King had been aware about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were large groups of fans and cheers for the King, who was visiting the region for an event.

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

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to conceal for him?"

The monarch ignored the questions but continued greeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also heard telling the protester to "go away" and to "shut up".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre claims she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Living Arrangements

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

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has intensified the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last week, the authorities refused to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might relocate of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch