Functions of the Authority3

1

The Authority is to exercise—

a

such functions in connection with—

i

the management of the performance of English NHS trusts;

ii

supporting improvements in clinical quality, governance and management of risk in English NHS trusts; and

iii

the development of the performance of English NHS trusts with the objective of assisting them to become sustainable organisations;

b

such functions in connection with the appointment of—

i

the chair and non-executive directors of English NHS trusts;

ii

special trustees;

iii

trustees for Primary Care Trusts3, English NHS trusts4, NHS foundation trusts5, Special Health Authorities6 and Strategic Health Authorities7; and

c

such other functions;

as the Secretary of State may direct8.

2

The Authority must exercise those functions subject to, and in accordance with, any directions given to it by the Secretary of State9.