Tribute to Oleg Kerensky 1905-84

The paper deals with the relationship between the client and structural engineers in light of the Government’s policy to eradicate all forms of restrictive practice. The paper goes on to discuss the standard of service being achieved in light of the fee competition between consultants, and contrasts the lay client with the expert client. After mentioning the changes at PSA, which will make the Agency a major consultant in its own right, the paper ends with a discussion of professional liability and litigation. Bryan Jefferson

Architecture has developed over the history of mankind and is the field of technology closest to structural engineering. For generations, human beings have been involved with buildings and cities as their home base. By seeking a safer and more pleasant environment, or in other words, as a result of pursuing a greater standard of living, mankind has developed various technologies. Dr. Kuniaki Sato

We greatly look forward to extending a warm welcome to Glasgow to all the delegates and participants on the occasion of the 2nd Kerensky conference. The theme ‘Structures - today and beyond 2000’ reflects the exciting world in which structural engineers are now operating, and gives ample scope for the excellent papers, as well as the stimulating discussion generated. David W. Lazenby