Article 3 Nature and functions of the trust
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(1)
The trust is established for the purpose specified in section 5(1)(a) of the Act.
(2)
The trust’s functions (which include functions which the Secretary of State considers appropriate in relation to the provision of services by the trust for one or more health authorities) shall be–
(a)
to own and manage hospital accommodation and services provided at Dunston Hill Hospital, Dunston Hill, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 9QT and associated hospitals;
(b)
to manage community health services provided from Aidan House, Tynegate Precinct, Sunderland Road, Gateshead, NE8 3EP and to own the associated premises.