House of Fraser closes after 158 years - press photography
House of Fraser, previously the Howells department store, has been a retail landmark in St Mary Street, Cardiff, for more than 150 years. It was established by James Howell in 1865 and acquired by the House of Fraser group in 1972. It closed for the final time on March 26, 2023, and is now set to be redeveloped into a multi-use space including retail, office and food and drink units.
Kill the Bill protest
CARDIFF, WALES - JANUARY 15: Kill the Bill protest on January 15, 2022 in Cardiff, United Kingdom. The House of Lords is due to vote on the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts (PCSC) bill on Monday 17 January. The protesters believe if the bill passes unamended the right to protest will be compromised in the future and the police will be given greater powers.
New Years Eve in Cardiff
CARDIFF, WALES: New Years Eve in Cardiff, Wales. The countries that make up the UK have differing covid measures in place over the festive period. In Scotland, a maximum of 500 people can attend outdoor events where physical distancing of one metre is in place meaning the traditional Edinburgh Hogmanay celebrations have been canceled. The rule-of-six in regulated premises, such as bars, restaurants, cinemas and theatres, was reintroduced in Wales on Boxing Day along with the closure of nightclubs. In England, the government has not introduced any new measures. (Photo by Matthew Horwood/Getty Images)
Rubbish at Cardiff Bay
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Protest at Cardiff Central Police station
CARDIFF, WALES - MARCH 17: A protest outside Cardiff Central Police Station on March 17, 2021 in Cardiff, Wales. Legislation giving police greater power to crack down on protests has passed its second reading in the House of Commons with a majority of 96 votes, amid anger at the way officers broke up a vigil for Sarah Everard where women were handcuffed and arrested. Sarah Everard, 33, disappeared after walking home from a friend's house on March 3. Wayne Couzens, 48, has been charged with the 33-year-old's kidnap and murder.
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"Reclaim These Streets" protest at Cardiff Police Station
CARDIFF, WALES - MARCH 15: Protestors hold signs outside Cardiff Bay police station during a protest on March 15, 2021 in Cardiff, Wales. Labour has announced it will oppose a new law handing police greater powers to crack down on protests amid anger at the way officers broke up a vigil for Sarah Everard where some women were handcuffed and arrested. Sarah Everard, 33, disappeared after walking home from a friend's house on March 3. Wayne Couzens, 48, has been charged with the 33-year-old's kidnap and murder
Vigil for Sarah Everard and Wenjing Lin at the Senedd, Cardiff Bay
CARDIFF, WALES - MARCH 13: A vigil for Sarah Everard and Wenjing Lin on the steps of the Senedd, home of the Welsh Parliament, in Cardiff Bay on March 13, 2021 in Cardiff, Wales. Sarah Everard, 33, disappeared when walking home to Brixton from Clapham in south London last week. Metropolitan Police officer, Wayne Couzens, 48, has been charged with her kidnap and murder. Wenjing Lin, 16, died following an incident at her family's Chinese takeaway in Treorchy Wales. Chun Xu, 31, has been charged with her murder.
February - Daily Life in Wales
More coronavirus images from South Wales in February - archive.matt-horwood.com
Cardiff Bay Candlelit Vigil
CARDIFF, WALES - FEBRUARY 09: Crowds gather for a candlelit vigil at Cardiff Bay Police Station on February 09, 2021 in Cardiff, Wales. Mohamud Mohammed Hassan, 24, died on January at his home in Cardiff after being released from police custody earlier that day. Hassan was allegedly assaulted while in the custody of South Wales Police. South Wales Police has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) over the incident and has said no evidence of excessive force or misconduct has been found so far.
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V.E day in Wales
Wales commemorates the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) with a pared-back rota of events due to the coronavirus lockdown. On May 8th, 1945 the Allied Forces of World War II celebrated the formal acceptance of surrender of Nazi Germany.
Great Brick Safari
The Great Brick Safari at Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay, South Wales. Created by LEGO® Certified Professional building company bright-bricks.com.
General Election 2017
CARDIFF, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 09: Counting on election night at the Sport Wales National Centre on June 9, 2017 in Cardiff, United Kingdom. After a snap election was called, the United Kingdom went to the polls yesterday following a closely fought election. The results from across the country are being counted and an overall result is expected in the early hours. (Photo by Matthew Horwood/Getty Images)
Wales manager Chris Coleman - portrait photography
Portrait of Wales manager Chris Coleman attending the Cardiff Breakfast Club at the Swalec Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales.
Jeremy Corbyn Rally in Whitchurch, Cardiff
Labour Leader Jeremy Corbyn attends a rally in Whitchurch in the Cardiff North constituency on April 21, 2017 in Cardiff, Wales. Labour is hoping to recapture the marginal seat, currently held by Conservative MP Craig Williams, after first losing it in 2010. Earlier this week Prime Minister Theresa May called for a general election on June 8. (Photo by Matthew Horwood / Getty Images)
Doctor Who filming in Cardiff, South Wales
Filming for Series 10 of BBC show Doctor Who at Mount Stuart Square in Cardiff Bay, South Wales.
Charlotte Church attends anti-Trump protest in Cardiff
More press photography from Cardiff, South Wales.