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

The protester asked how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were large groups of supporters and applause for the monarch, who was in the region for an engagement.

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

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

The monarch remained silent but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "God Save The King". One supporter can be heard requesting him for a hug.

Another woman outside the venue was also heard telling the protester to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

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

In the publication, Ms Giuffre says she had sexual encounters with the prince on multiple times, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in 2022, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "at all", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions About Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

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

The disclosure that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be called in front of members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the authorities refused to give MPs time to discuss the royal's titles 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 reside.

Associated Issues

• Prince Andrew
• British Monarchy
• King Charles III