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During a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was heckled by a man who asked him about his brother's relationship with disgraced financier Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the King had been known about his sibling's relationship with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "cover up" for Prince Andrew.

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

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under renewed focus in recent weeks. The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any misconduct.

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

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

A female bystander outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "leave" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, the accuser claims she had sexual encounters with the royal on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Housing

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

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be called in before MPs to give evidence about his lease of his residence.

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's status or his home, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

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

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