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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, the King was heckled by a individual who questioned him about Prince Andrew's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

The individual demanded to know how long the monarch had been aware about his brother's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were crowds of supporters and cheers for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an event.

Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The monarch ignored the questions but continued meeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a embrace.

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

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 recently released book.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre claims she had sex with the royal on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

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

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions 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 nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of MPs to give evidence about his lease of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to debate the royal's status or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch