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During a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was confronted by a man who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "hide" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were throngs of supporters and applause for the monarch, who was visiting the region for an engagement.

The Duke of York's associations with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

The King remained silent but continued greeting fans, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One fan can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

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

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse allegations repeated in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

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

Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

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 large payments up front, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned before members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last week, the government declined to give parliamentarians time to debate the royal's status or his residence, despite increasing calls for investigation.

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

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III