The issue of the security of the Republic of Poland in the 21st century is increasing due to the incredible growth in science and technology. Civilisation progress leads to dangers such as aggression or natural disasters. As a result of human activity,
there is systematic pollution of water and air. The basic task of the public authority and its bodies, in particular the executive, both government and local government administration, services, inspections and guards is to provide citizens with a level of security enabling the development of the society and its institutions. The aim of the article is to present the role of selected uniformed services in ensuring the security of the Republic of Poland.