Article 3 Nature and functions of the trust

The trust is established for the purpose specified in section 5(1)(a) of the Act.

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 to manage community health services provided from 3rd Floor, Aidan House, Tynegate Precinct, Sunderland Road, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear NE8 3EP and to own the associated premises.