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During a visit to Lichfield Cathedral on Monday, the King was confronted by a protester who asked him about Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender 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 Andrew.

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

The Duke of York's connections with Epstein have been under close examination in recent weeks. The royal, who relinquished his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

"For how long have you known about Prince Andrew and Epstein? Did you request the police to conceal for Andrew?"

The monarch did not respond but carried on meeting fans, some of whom shouted "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 protester to "go away" and to "be quiet".

Scandal Reignited by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Jeffrey Epstein has been revived by misconduct claims detailed in Ms. Giuffre's recently released book.

In the memoir, Ms Giuffre alleges she had sexual encounters with the prince on three separate occasions, including one instance with Epstein and "several other minors"

Prince Andrew, who reached a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has repeatedly denied any misconduct. In a previous interview, he told BBC Newsnight he did not remember meeting her "ever", and that they "never had any sort of intimate relations."

Fresh Questions Over Lifestyle and Living Arrangements

But in recent times, new inquiries have been raised 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 Royal Lodge has intensified the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made significant contributions initially, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in before MPs to give testimony about his rental agreement of his lodge.

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

The royal household has not commented on whether the Duke of York might move out of his current residence - or where he might go.

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