King Charles Encounters Heckling Over His Brother's Epstein Links

During a public appearance to a cathedral in Staffordshire on Monday, King Charles was shouted at by a protester who questioned him about his brother's connections with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The man demanded to know how long the monarch had been known about his sibling's association with Jeffrey Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "cover up" for Andrew.

Amid the heckling, there were large groups of supporters and applause for the King, who was visiting the region for an ceremony.

Prince Andrew's connections with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you known about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Have you asked the police to cover up for Andrew?"

The monarch did not respond but continued greeting fans, some of whom chanted "God Save The King". One fan can be overheard asking him for a embrace.

A female bystander outside the cathedral was also observed telling the heckler to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Controversy Reignited by Memoir

The scandal over the Duke of York's links to Epstein has been brought back into focus by sexual abuse allegations detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the memoir, the accuser claims she had sexual encounters with the royal on three separate occasions, including once with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Prince Andrew, who reached a financial settlement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not recall meeting her "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of sexual contact."

New Inquiries About Finances and Housing

But recently, new inquiries have been asked about how he is able to finance his lifestyle despite not being a working royal.

The revelation that he has only ever paid a nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has heightened the examination over his housing situation - even though he made significant contributions up front, including for improvements.

The Liberal Democrats said he should be summoned front of members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the authorities declined to give parliamentarians time to discuss the royal's status or his residence, despite increasing calls 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.

Associated Issues

• The Duke of York
• British Monarchy
• The Monarch