Sch 2 para 12
(1) An LHB order may provide for the establishment of a Local Health Board with effect from a date earlier than the operational date. (2) During the period beginning with that earlier date and ending with the day immediately preceding the operational date (referred to in this Schedule as the preparatory period), the exercise of any functions by the Board must be limited to such exercise as may be specified in the LHB order for the purpose of enabling it to begin to operate satisfactorily with effect from the operational date.