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During a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, King Charles was confronted by a man who questioned him about his brother's links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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

Despite the protest, there were large groups of fans and cheers for the King, who was visiting the region for an ceremony.

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

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

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

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

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser says she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told a news program he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries About Lifestyle and Housing

But recently, new inquiries have been raised about how he is able to fund his way of life despite not being a working royal.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in before MPs to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

But last Thursday, the government refused to give parliamentarians time to debate the royal's status or his residence, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

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

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch