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During a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was heckled by a man who questioned him about his brother's links with disgraced financier Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been aware about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the King, who was in the region for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's connections with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The prince, who relinquished his royal duties earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you known about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to cover up for him?"

The monarch did not respond but continued meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a hug.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including once with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a token annual rent on his Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments initially, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give evidence about his rental agreement of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the royal's titles or his home, despite growing pressure for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• UK Royal Family
• The Monarch