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In the course of a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, King Charles was confronted by a individual who questioned him about his brother's links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The protester inquired how long the monarch had been known about his brother's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

Amid the protest, there were large groups of well-wishers and cheers for the monarch, who was in the region for an engagement.

The Duke of York's associations with Jeffrey Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The royal, who relinquished his royal duties earlier this month, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The monarch ignored the questions but continued meeting fans, some of whom chanted "Long live the King". One fan can be overheard requesting him for a hug.

Another woman outside the venue was also observed telling the heckler to "go away" and to "shut up".

Scandal Revived by Posthumous Publication

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by misconduct allegations repeated in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the royal on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Housing

But recently, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to fund his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

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

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 discuss the royal's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his current residence - or where he might go.

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