The modern term scuba was originally the acronym SCUBA, which is short for self-contained underwater breathing apparatus. In contemporary usage, scuba as a common noun relates to the practice of recreational diving aided by a two-stage regulator attached to a gas canister (usually air or enriched-air nitrox) affixed to a vest.
Romford is a large town in north east London, United Kingdom, and the administrative centre of the London Borough of Havering. It is located 14.1 miles (22.7 km) northeast of Charing Cross and is one of the major metropolitan centres identified in the London Plan.he Romford UK Parliament constituency consists of the Havering wards of Brooklands, Havering Park, Mawneys, Pettits, Romford Town, and Squirrel's Heath. In 2001 it had a population of 76,323. The current MP is Andrew Rosindell, a native of the town.
Times changeâ story on the Recorderâs website came from both sides of the border â wherever it is. Those in the Essex camp argue Romford has a historical link to the county, while London supporters say the writingâs on the wall.Nina McEvoy wrote: âFactually we are in London, not Essex, as you pointed out, and I just want people to realise this.Essex is very countrified and you only have to get on a bus in Romford and go for a mile before you are out in the country.â. Commenting on the Recorder website, Susan Parker and Graham L Parker agreed. âRomford is Essex,â wrote Ms Parker.