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During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was confronted by a man who asked him about his brother's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

The individual inquired how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's association with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was visiting the region for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's connections with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The monarch did not respond but carried on greeting fans, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also heard telling the protester to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

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

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Housing

But recently, new inquiries have been asked about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

The disclosure 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 initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last week, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the royal's status or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

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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