Nature and functions of the trust3

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 The Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Ladywood Middleway, Ladywood, Birmingham B16 8ET and associated hospitals (including the management of its teaching and research facilities);

b

to manage community health services provided from The Springfields Centre, Raddlebarn Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6JB and to own the associated premises.