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

The individual inquired how long the King had been known about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had asked the police to "conceal" for Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were throngs of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was in Staffordshire for an event.

Prince Andrew's links with 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 Epstein? Did you request the authorities to conceal for Andrew?"

The monarch remained silent but continued greeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard asking him for a hug.

Another woman outside the cathedral was also heard telling the protester to "leave" and to "shut up".

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The scandal over Prince Andrew's connections to Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse claims detailed in Virginia Giuffre's recently released book.

In the memoir, the accuser claims she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions 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 token annual rent on his Royal Lodge has intensified the examination over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in front of MPs to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

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

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