Article 3 Nature and functions of the trust
(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 Cherry Knowle Hospital, Ryhope, Sunderland SR2 0NB and associated hospitals;
(b)
to manage community health services provided from Cherry Knowle Hospital, Ryhope, Sunderland SR2 0NB and to own the associated premises.