26(1)An NHS trust may be authorised to purchase land compulsorily for the purposes of its functions by means of an order made by the trust and confirmed by the Secretary of State.
(2)Subject to sub-paragraph (3) below, the [1981 c. 67.] Acquisition of Land Act 1981 shall apply to the compulsory purchase of land under this paragraph.
(3)No order shall be made by an NHS trust under Part II of the Acquisition of Land Act 1981 with respect to any land unless the proposal to acquire the land compulsorily—
(a)has been submitted to the Secretary of State in such form and together with such information as he may require; and
(b)has been approved by him.