Abstract

This article provides a general description of the powers and competencies of public authorities exercising public administration in the field of air protection. Atmospheric air is proposed to mean an element of the natural environment, which is an invisible mixture of gases within the territory of Ukraine and contains vital chemicals and compounds necessary for the existence of living organisms. It is determined that the subjects of public administration in the field of air protection are the system of bodies of general and special competence, which exercise public administration powers to restore, preserve, ensure air quality and ensure the right of citizens to air, and take the necessary measures. to reduce the incidence of air pollution due to air pollution. The subjects of public administration in the field of air protection are proposed to be divided into two groups: 1. subjects of general competence (Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, President of Ukraine, National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine) and 2. subjects of special competence (Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine) (Government of Ukraine), Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine, State Ecological Inspectorate of Ukraine, Ministry of Health of Ukraine, local state administrations and local governments). Based on the analysis of legislative and by-laws, which determine their administrative and legal status in general, the powers of these entities in the field of air protection are highlighted. Emphasis is placed on the special tasks of these actors in order to preserve the health of the nation.

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