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During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was confronted by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the King had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "hide" for Andrew.

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

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

"How long have you been aware about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to cover up for Andrew?"

The King ignored the questions but continued meeting supporters, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard requesting him for a hug.

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

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

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

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

New Inquiries Over Finances and Living Arrangements

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

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before MPs to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

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

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his current residence - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch