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During a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was shouted at by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester asked how long the monarch had been aware about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the police to "hide" for Andrew.

Despite the protest, there were throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was visiting the region for an engagement.

The Duke of York's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under renewed focus in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The monarch remained silent but carried on meeting supporters, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

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

Scandal Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's posthumously-published memoir.

In the memoir, the accuser claims she had sex with the royal on three separate occasions, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, 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 Finances and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a active member of the royal family.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Royal Lodge has intensified the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments up front, including for improvements.

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

But last Thursday, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's titles or his home, despite increasing calls for investigation.

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

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