Mr Ainsworth, 59, was admitted to Hairmyres hospital on 20 January 2020 following concerns raised by a home carer. His condition deteriorated and he died on 22 January 2020 of complications arising from severe leg ulcers.

A preliminary hearing is set for 13 June 2025 at Hamilton Sheriff Court.

Procurator fiscal Andy Shanks, who leads on death investigations for the Crown Office, said: “The death of David Ainsworth occurred in circumstances giving rise to serious public concern and as such a discretionary Fatal Accident Inquiry should be held.

“An FAI will allow a full public airing of the evidence of the procurator fiscal’s wider investigations with interested parties. The evidence will be tested in a public setting and be the subject of an independent judicial determination.

“Mr Ainsworth’s family will continue to be kept informed of significant developments as court proceedings progress.”