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During a engagement to Lichfield Cathedral on the start of the week, the King was confronted by a man who questioned him about his brother's relationship with disgraced financier Epstein.

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

Despite the heckling, there were large groups of supporters and applause for the King, who was in the region for an event.

Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein have been under close examination in the past few weeks. The royal, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

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

The King ignored the questions but carried on meeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One supporter can be overheard requesting him for a embrace.

Another woman outside the venue was also heard telling the heckler to "leave" and to "shut up".

Controversy Reignited by Posthumous Publication

The controversy over Prince Andrew's links to Epstein has been reignited by sexual abuse allegations repeated in Ms. Giuffre's recently released memoir.

In the publication, Ms Giuffre claims she had sex with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who agreed to a financial settlement with the plaintiff in 2022, has repeatedly 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 sexual contact."

Fresh Questions Over Finances and Housing

But recently, fresh questions have been asked about how he is able to finance 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 scrutiny over his housing situation - even though he made large payments up front, including for improvements.

The political party said he should be summoned front of MPs to give evidence about his rental agreement of his residence.

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

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

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