Michael Gove said Britain is not in a crisis, though he described the country as passing through a very difficult period. The former British government minister spoke during a lengthy interview at Smith Square Hall in London. He warned about Britain's economic stagnation and the risks of taking a prolonged slowdown lightly. Gove defended Brexit and argued that leaving the European Union remains the right choice. He also raised concerns about the country's military preparedness. The interview, reported by To Vima, presented his comments as a personal assessment rather than an official government position. Gove's central message was that Britain has avoided a full crisis but still faces serious economic and security strains.