Functions prescribed for the purposes of section 15(2)(b) of the Act
5.—(1) Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), the functions prescribed for the purposes of section 15(2)(b) of the Act (NHS body functions prescribed for joint working) are specified in Schedule 2.
(2) A function so specified shall not include one whose performance involves–
(a)surgery, radiotherapy, termination of pregnancies, endoscopy, the use of class 4 laser treatments, and other treatments of an invasive nature; or
(b)the provision of emergency ambulances.
(3) Functions under section 36 of the 1978 Act shall not include functions in relation to state hospitals.