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;
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.