# Chichester residents raise concerns over abuse after actor’s account of racism

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/has-desirable-sussex-city-become-a-hotbed-for-thuggery-residents-of-chichester-concerned-at-rise-in-racist-and-homophobic-abuse-as-theatre-cast-targeted-by-hoodlums/
- Published: 2026-10-29T00:47:59+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-29T01:07:26+00:00
- Original publisher: Daily Mail (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-16241743/Cotswold-city-hotbed-Right-wing-thuggery.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490
- Topics: UK, World

## Key points

- Munya Chawawa reported abuse during a six-week theatre run in Chichester.
- Residents say racist and homophobic incidents are worrying.
- The mayor wants to understand what happened and address the issue.

## Summary

Actor and comedian Munya Chawawa said he experienced racism, xenophobia and homophobia during a six-week theatre run in Chichester, prompting concern among residents about abuse in the city. Locals describe incidents involving young people and people on bikes, while the mayor says the claims are appalling and wants to hear directly from Chawawa.

Chichester is known as an attractive West Sussex city, but it has also seen far-right activity, including St George’s Cross graffiti and anti-migrant protests outside a hotel. Residents say the behaviour may involve a small minority and point to social frustrations and lack of opportunity as possible factors. Mayor Sean McHale says most residents are welcoming, citing support for Ukrainian refugees, but accepts there may be a problem that needs addressing.

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