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During a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a man who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester asked how long the King had been aware about his brother's association with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the police to "hide" for Andrew.

Despite the heckling, there were throngs of supporters and applause for the King, who was in Staffordshire for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's associations with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The monarch remained silent but continued meeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One fan can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "go away" and to "shut up".

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

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

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, new inquiries have been raised 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 nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for improvements.

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

But last week, the authorities refused to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

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

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