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During a engagement to a cathedral in Staffordshire on the start of the week, the King was confronted by a individual who asked him about his brother's connections with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The man inquired how long the King had been known about his brother's association with Epstein, and also raised doubts about whether he had instructed the authorities to "conceal" for Andrew.

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

The Duke of York's associations with Epstein have been under intense scrutiny in the past few weeks. The prince, who gave up his royal duties earlier this month, has strongly denied any wrongdoing.

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

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

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

Controversy Reignited by Memoir

The controversy over the Duke of York's connections to Epstein has been brought back into focus by misconduct allegations repeated in Virginia Giuffre's recently released book.

In the publication, the accuser alleges she had sexual encounters with the royal on multiple times, including one instance with Epstein and "eight other young girls"

Andrew, who agreed to a out-of-court agreement with Ms Giuffre in recent years, has consistently denied any misconduct. In 2019, he told a news program he did not remember meeting Ms Giuffre "ever", and that they "did not have any sort of intimate relations."

New Inquiries Over Finances 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 nominal fee on his Windsor mansion has intensified the scrutiny over his living arrangements - even though he made large payments up front, including for renovations.

The political party said he should be called in before members of parliament to give testimony about his lease of his lodge.

But last week, the government refused to give MPs time to discuss the prince's titles or his residence, despite increasing calls for scrutiny.

Buckingham Palace has not commented on whether the Duke of York might relocate of his current residence - or where he might reside.

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