What is SSBE?

SSBE (Standard SBE) was first mentioned in the IPA Handbook referring to RP, like Windsor Lewis’ GB. But since then It has been used for Home Countes SBE (formerly Estuary English, having spread across London to Bucks or Northants from Kent and Essex). Does SSBE still mean RP, or something else? If you have a reply, you can leave a message in the Contact menu.

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