As of Thursday 14 August 2025, the nationwide police action “Speed” beginscoordinated by the European initiative ROADPOL. In the coming days, especially during the long August weekend, drivers can anticipate increased patrols on roads across the country.
The nonsubjective of the action is to reduction of accidents By controlling the velocity and eliminating the most dangerous behaviour of traffic participants.
Long weekend – time of increased controls
August long weekend is 1 of the busiest periods of the year on Polish roads. Police announce officers around the clock., with peculiar emphasis on exit routes from large cities, national roads and highways.
During the action modern equipment will be used:
- laser velocity meters,
- Unmarked police cars with video recorders,
- drones air traffic monitoring.
This is not only a show of force, but besides a tool for more effective detection of offences that can lead to tragic events.
Excessive velocity – inactive major road problem
According to police statistics, Overspeed remains 1 of the main causes of fatal accidents in Poland. besides fast driving reduces the consequence time of the driver, prolongs the braking way and increases the impact force in the event of a collision.
The rules in Poland supply for severe penalties:
- fines up to PLN 5000 for the most serious cases,
- 15 punishment points for exceeding the limit by at least 70 km/h,
- loss of driving licence at overspeed in the built-up area by Over 50 km/h.
Police emphasize that advanced sanctions have a primary Preventive action – encouraging drivers to adjust velocity to road conditions.
The scope of operations goes beyond velocity measurements
Although the name of the action suggests speed, officers announce checks on the wider scope of offencesincluding:
- continuing to give priority,
- Overtaking in prohibited places,
- driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs,
- the usage of a mobile telephone in specified a way as to endanger safety.
Such a comprehensive approach is due to the fact that road accidents seldom have 1 origin – frequently this is combination of respective dangerous behaviours.
ROADPOL – European safety Cooperation
Speed is part of a broader strategy ROADPOL (European Roads Police Network)which in 2025 includes 31 European countries. The organisation shall contribute to improving road safety, coordinating joint operations and exchanging experience between services.
This allows Polish police to benefit from experiences of another countries, including the usage of modern technologies, methods of analysing data from accidents or educational campaigns.
Why is this action applicable now?
August holidays, pilgrimages and outdoor events increase traffic, expanding the hazard of accidents. In fresh years, a akin period has been reported hundreds of road eventsmany of which had tragic effects.
Additionally, according to the National Road Safety Board, over 30% of all accidents in Poland inactive gotta do with excessive speed. This justifies the request for specified coordinated action right now.
Expert: Prevention and technology are key
As Dr. Inż emphasizes. Piotr Majewski, road safety expert (a commentary based on available data and studies):
"Modern police action must combine prevention, repression and education. The mandate itself will not always change the driver's habits, but a combination of visible patrol presence, modern monitoring and social campaigns can actually reduce the number of accidents. Drones, video recorders and laser measurements are tools that increase efficiency, but it is equally crucial to convince drivers that road safety is in their own interest.”
What should drivers do?
Police call on drivers to:
- adaptation of velocity to road conditions,
- safe distance from another vehicles,
- avoiding risky manoeuvres,
- not utilizing your telephone while driving,
- sobriety and full concentration behind the wheel.
For many drivers a long weekend is simply a time of relaxation and travel, nevertheless responsible behaviour behind the wheel can decide whether the roads will be safe.
The “Speed” action in August 2025 is simply a merger nationwide police mobilization and International coordination under ROADPOL. It aims to reduce the number of accidents, especially those caused by excessive speed.
Thanks to modern tools, increased controls and cooperation with another countries, Polish police hope that this year's long weekend will end fewer victims and victims than in erstwhile years.
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More patrols on the road. Police are leaving with the nationwide action “Speed”
