The system and competence of state and local authorities to ensure security

The article deals with the system and competence of state authorities that provide security. The terms of reference are given, as well as their main principles of operation are defined. In addition, the role of local governments in this area is revealed. Security is a collective concept that implies different types of threats. Therefore, when studying the topic of the work, the powers of these subjects to protect against threats of a man-made and natural nature were analyzed.