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In the course of a engagement 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 convicted sex offender Epstein.

The individual asked how long the monarch had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had asked the police to "cover up" for Andrew.

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

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The monarch remained silent but carried on meeting fans, some of whom chanted "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 "shut up".

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser claims she had sexual encounters with the royal on three separate occasions, including once 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 BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "at all", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been asked 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 nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has heightened the scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned before members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last Thursday, the government declined to give MPs time to debate the royal's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

The royal household has not commented on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

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