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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was shouted at by a man who asked him about his brother's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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

Despite the heckling, there were throngs of fans and cheers for the King, who was visiting the region for an engagement.

Prince Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"How long have you known about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein? Did you request the police to cover up for him?"

The King did not respond but carried on greeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard requesting him for a embrace.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "shut up".

Controversy Reignited by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct claims repeated in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

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

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, new inquiries have been asked 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 living arrangements - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to debate the royal's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for investigation.

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

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