Nature and functions of the trust3
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 St. Richard’s Hospital, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 4SE and associated hospitals;
b
to manage community health services provided from St. Richard’s Hospital, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 4SE and to own the associated premises.