The 57-year-old, the owner and director of a roofing and plastering business based in Paisley, died on 5 August 2024 from injuries suffered after falling from the roof of a cottage in Kilmacolm.

A preliminary hearing is set for 26 May 2026 within Paisley Sheriff Court.

Procurator fiscal Andy Shanks, who leads on death investigations for the Crown Office, said: “The death of William Matthews occurred while in the course of his employment and as such a fatal accident inquiry is mandatory.

“The lodging of the first notice enables FAI proceedings to commence under the direction of the sheriff. Mr Matthews’s family will continue to be kept informed of significant developments as court proceedings progress.”