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In the course of a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, King Charles was shouted at by a individual who asked him about his brother's relationship with convicted sex offender Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the King had been aware about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were crowds of supporters and applause for the King, who was in the region for an engagement.

Prince Andrew's links with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his titles earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any misconduct.

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

The King remained silent but carried on greeting fans, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also heard telling the protester to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct claims repeated in Virginia Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre says she had sex with the prince 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 2022, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in before members of parliament to give testimony about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

The royal household has not commented on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

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