Nature and functions of the trust
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—
(a)to own and manage hospital accommodation and services provided at 180 Union Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1EY and associated hospitals;
(b)to manage community health services provided from 180 Union Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1EY and to own the associated premises.