Urban Motorways Discussion on the Paper by Lt.-Colonel G. W. Kirkland, M.B.E., M.I.Struct.E., M.I.C.

The Chairman introduced the Author and referred to a previous paper "Mortar Tests as a Guide to the Strength of Concrete" which in collaboration with Dr. W. H. Glanvillc, hc had presented to the Institution in 1934.

THE results of a series of tests on triangulated trusses are presented. The trusses were fabricated from rolled steel sections and welded to blocks at the joints. Four were made in the form of two bay Warren trusses, and three in the shape of simple triangles. They appear to confirm previous theory as to the prediction of their collapse loads, and of the deflection of the members. J. G. Nutt

Niamh McCloskey reflects on her personal experience of the challenging reality of returning to work after maternity leave, questioning whether workplaces truly support women in this transition and highlighting how, with the right support and recognition of the new perspectives and skills that motherhood can bring, we can retain mothers and allow them to thrive in underrepresented industries.