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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was heckled by a individual who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been known about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "conceal" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were large groups of supporters and cheers for the monarch, who was visiting the region for an engagement.

Prince Andrew's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"How long have you known about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to cover up for him?"

The monarch remained silent but carried on greeting fans, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

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

Scandal Revived by Memoir

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

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About 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 active member of the royal family.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has intensified the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before MPs to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the government refused to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

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

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