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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, the King was heckled by a man who asked him about his brother's links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "cover up" for Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were crowds of fans and applause for the monarch, who was in the region for an ceremony.

The Duke of York's links with Jeffrey Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any misconduct.

"How long have you known about Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the authorities to cover up for Andrew?"

The monarch remained silent but continued greeting fans, some of whom shouted "Long live the King". One fan can be heard asking him for a hug.

A female bystander outside the venue was also heard telling the protester to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over Prince Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

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

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "never had any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, fresh questions have been raised 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 scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments up front, 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 refused to give parliamentarians time to debate the prince's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his home - or where he might reside.

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