Cerys Matthews pays tribute to her family as she receives an OBE

Singer and presenter Cerys Matthews has paid tribute to her family as she was presented with an OBE.

The Cardiff-born star was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for services to music, and received her medal from the Prince of Wales.

Speaking after the ceremony, Matthews said she accepted the honour in memory of her family, and "in gratitude of the freedoms I have as a female in this era".

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