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In the course of a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, the King was shouted at by a individual who asked him about his brother's relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The individual demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his brother's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "hide" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were throngs of well-wishers and applause for the monarch, who was visiting the region for an engagement.

Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

"For how long have you been aware about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to cover up for him?"

The monarch did not respond but continued greeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

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

Scandal Reignited by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been reignited by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including once 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 a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries Over Finances and Housing

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 nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has intensified the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give evidence 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 commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might go.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• King Charles III