3.—(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 to own and manage hospital accommodation and services provided at Darlington Memorial Hospital, Hollyhurst Road, Darlington, County Durham DL3 6HX and associated hospitals.