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During a visit to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, the King was shouted at by a protester who asked him about his brother's connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The individual inquired how long the King had been aware about his brother's association with Epstein, and also questioned whether he had instructed the authorities to "hide" for Prince Andrew.

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

The Duke of York's links with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in the past few weeks. The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

"How long have you known about Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to conceal for Andrew?"

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

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

Controversy Revived by Memoir

The controversy over Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Virginia Giuffre's posthumously-published book.

In the publication, the accuser claims she had sex with the prince on multiple times, including once with Jeffrey Epstein and "several other minors"

Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with the plaintiff in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told a news program he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries About Lifestyle and Housing

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

The disclosure 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 improvements.

The political party said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his residence.

But last Thursday, the government declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the prince's status or his residence, despite growing pressure for investigation.

Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement on whether Prince Andrew might move out of his current residence - or where he might reside.

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