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During a public appearance to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was heckled by a protester who questioned him about Prince Andrew's relationship with disgraced financier Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the King had been aware about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were large groups of well-wishers and applause for the King, who was visiting Staffordshire for an event.

Prince Andrew's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The prince, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you known about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the authorities to conceal for Andrew?"

The monarch ignored the questions but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a hug.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the protester to "leave" and to "shut up".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

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

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Finances and Living Arrangements

But recently, 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 nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for renovations.

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

But last week, the authorities refused to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might go.

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